Answer
Yes. Leakage outside a vein can cause calcium deposits, skin breakdown and tissue necrosis. Report pain, burning, redness or swelling immediately.
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
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