Magnesium sulfate as a medication is used to treat and prevent low blood magnesium and seizures in women with eclampsia. It is also used in the treatment of torsades de pointes, severe asthma exacerbations, constipation, and barium poisoning. It is given by injection into a vein or muscle as well as by mouth.
General Information: –
CAS No – 7487-88-9
Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight – MgSO4 = 120.36
Physical State (20 deg.C) – Solid
Specifications: –
Appearance – White powder to crystal
Purity(Chelometric Titration) – min. 98.0 %
Solubility in water – Soluble
Solubility (soluble in) – Alcohol
Solubility (slightly sol. in) – Ether
Solubility (insoluble in) – Acetone
Applications: –
Magnesium sulfate as a medication is used to treat and prevent low blood magnesium and seizures in women with eclampsia. It is also used in the treatment of torsades de pointes, severe asthma exacerbations, constipation, and barium poisoning. It is given by injection into a vein or muscle as well as by mouth.