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Correct Answer: RDS in premature baby
Description: Magnesium sulphate: - Mechanism of action:- * Reduced presynaptic release of the neurotransmitter glutamate * Blockade of glutaminergic n-methyl-d-aspaate (nmda) receptor * Potentiation of adenosine action * Improved calcium buffering by mitochondria * Blockage of calcium entry voltage-gated channels Used for: - * Severe preeclampsia * Recurrent eclamptic seizures * Neuroprotection Must check: - * Urine output * Respiratory rate * Patellar reflexes Ref:- Williams obstetrics 25th Edition; Pg num:- 38/68
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