MICROANATOMY

ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

PARATHYROID

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Medication to treat hypocalcemia are
A
IV calcium chloride
B
IV calcium gluconate
C
Tab. Calcium carbonate
D
Tab Calcitriol
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Calcium carbonate is the most common calcium preparation used for treatment of chronic hypocalcemia The doses depends on severity of hypocalcemia and generally ranges from 1 to 4g of elemental calcium per day divided into 3–4 doses taken with meals.

Detailed explanation-2: -In patients with acute symptomatic hypocalcemia, intravenous (IV) calcium gluconate is the preferred therapy, whereas chronic hypocalcemia is treated with oral calcium and vitamin D supplements.

Detailed explanation-3: -Calcium carbonate is an inorganic salt primarily used in the management and treatment of low calcium conditions, GERD, CKD, and various other indicated conditions. It is classified as a calcium supplement, antacid, and phosphate binder.

Detailed explanation-4: -Treatment of hypocalcemia depends on severity and chronicity. A calcium infusion is indicated for severe acute and or symptomatic hypocalcemia, while the standard mainstays of oral therapy are calcium supplements and activated vitamin D metabolites.

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