Answer
Acute use may be necessary, but renal impairment increases the risk of hypercalcaemia and requires close biochemical monitoring. One product contraindicates repeated or prolonged treatment because aluminium may accumulate.
Sources for this answer
- Calcium Gluconate 10 % w/v Injection BP — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- Calcium Gluconate 10% solution for injection/infusion BP — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics