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In defense of magnesium sulfate.

Abstract
Magnesium sulfate has been used by obstetricians for more than 25 years to treat preterm labor. Magnesium sulfate is effective in delaying delivery for at least 48 hours in patients with preterm labor when used in higher dosages. There do not seem to be any harmful effects of the drug on the fetus, and indeed there is a neuroprotective effect in reducing the incidence of cerebral palsy in premature newborns weighing less than 1,500 g.
AuthorsJohn P Elliott, David F Lewis, John C Morrison, Thomas J Garite
JournalObstetrics and gynecology (Obstet Gynecol) Vol. 113 Issue 6 Pg. 1341-1348 (Jun 2009) ISSN: 0029-7844 [Print] United States
PMID19461432 (Publication Type: Comment, Journal Article, Review)
Chemical References
  • Tocolytic Agents
  • Magnesium Sulfate
Topics
  • Cerebral Palsy (prevention & control)
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Infant, Premature, Diseases (prevention & control)
  • Magnesium Sulfate (adverse effects, therapeutic use)
  • Obstetric Labor, Premature (prevention & control)
  • Pregnancy
  • Tocolytic Agents (adverse effects, therapeutic use)

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