| Bioactivity | Magnesium sulphate is currently the anticonvulsant of choice for the prevention and control of eclamptic fits. Magnesium sulfate is also widely used as a tocolytic agent[1][2]. |
| Name | Magnesium sulfate |
| CAS | 7487-88-9 |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture) |
| Reference | [1]. Okusanya BO, et al. Clinical pharmacokinetic properties of magnesium sulphate in women with pre-eclampsia and eclampsia. BJOG. 2016;123(3):356-366. [2]. Ramsey PS, et al. Magnesium sulfate as a tocolytic agent. Semin Perinatol. 2001;25(4):236-247. |