Vasomotor collapse may ensue if i.v. injection is too rapid. The patient should be in the horizontal position. Treat shock in the usual fashion. I.V. calcium gluconate injection must be administered slowly, e.g. approximately 1.5 mL over a period of 1 minute. This dose may be repeated until tetany is controlled.
Supersaturated solutions are prone to precipitation.
If precipitation is evident, vials may be heated to 80 C in a dry heat oven for a minimum of 1 hour. Allow to cool to room temperature before dispensing. The solution should not be used if the precipitate remains after following the above procedure. Protect from freezing. Do not use if solution is unclear.