ACP: Torsades de Pointes/Polymorphic VT Refer to WCT

• For perfusing rhythms (stable): 2 g IV over 15 minutes 

• In cardiac arrest: 2 g IV push over 1-2 minutes

ACP: Bronchospasm refractory to bronchodilation

• 2 g IV over 15 minutes

ACP: Prophylaxis of seizures in pregnancy associated with hypertension. Refer to Preeclampsia

• ☎️ CliniCall consultation required prior to administration to discuss treatment plan.
• Cardiac monitoring is required
• Administer 5 g intravenously over 15 minutes
• Can give 5 g intramuscularly if unable to start IV (use bilateral buttocks) 

ACP: Prevention of recurrent seizures in pregnancy associated with hypertension. Refer to Eclampsia

• Cardiac monitoring is required
• Administer 5 g intravenously over 15 minutes followed by 1 g/hour
• Can give 5 g intramuscularly if unable to start IV (use bilateral buttocks) followed by 5 g IM every 4 hours

If seizures persist greater than 5 minutes contact EPOS for further care options. 

Follow weight-based dosing

ACP: Torsades de Pointes/polymorphic VT

• For perfusing rhythms(stable): 50 mg/kg IV/IO (maximm 2 g) over 15 minutes
• In cardiac arrest 50 mg/kg IV/IO (maximum 2 g) IV push over 1-2 minutes

ACP: Bronchospasm

• Severe asthma refractory to bronchodilator: 50 mg/kg IV/IO (maximum 2 g) over 15 minutes