| Description | Magnesium sulfate is the preferred anticonvulsant for preventing and controlling eclamptic seizures. Additionally, it is extensively utilized as a tocolytic agent. |
| molecular weight | 120.37 |
| Molecular formula | MgSO4 |
| CAS | 7487-88-9 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 1.2 mg/mL (10 mM) |
| References | 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. |