DRUG STUDY

Source:

Name of Drug Classification Mechanism of Action Indication Contraindication Adverse Reactions Nursing Responsibilities

Generic Name: General Classification Before

Calcium Gluconate Calcium salts

Calcium gluconate is Treatment and Ventricular fibrillation CNS: Tingling sensation -Consider 10 rights of drug administration
the calcium salt of prevention of Hypercalcemia CV: Bradycardia -Assess the cautious and contraindication
gluconic acid an hypocalcemia Hypophosphatemia GI: Polyuria - Check with physician before self-medicating
intravenous with a calcium supplement.
medication used to - Observe IV site closely. Extravasation may
treat conditions arising result in tissue irritation and necrosis.
from calcium - Do not breast feed while taking this drug
deficiencies such as without consulting physician.
hypocalcemic tetany,
hypocalcemic related
to hypo-
parathyroidism, and
hypocalcemia due to
rapid growth of
pregnancy.

Trade Name:
Kalcinate

Functional Classification During

Calcium supplements -follow oral doses with full glass of water

-administer on an empty stomach before meals

to optimize effectiveness
- Do not breast feed while taking this drug
without consulting physician.
Patient’s Dose: - Report S&S of hypercalcemia promptly to your
care provider.
Patient’s Indication: - Assess for cutaneous burning sensations and
peripheral vasodilation, with moderate fall in BP,
during direct IV injection.
After
-Monitor adverse effects
-Evaluate patient understanding
-Provide comfort measure and safety
 precaution.
- Monitor for hypocalcemia and hypercalcemi
- Monitor ECG during IV administration to detect
evidence of hypercalcemia: decreased QT
interval associated with inverted T wave.

Maximum Dose:
Tablet: 650mg

Minimum Dose:
50mg