Magnesium sulfate is the recommended treatment for eclampsia, as it significantly reduces the risk of convulsions recurring and lowers maternal mortality compared to other anticonvulsants like diazepam, phenytoin, and lytic cocktails. It should be administered for 24 hours after delivery or the last convulsion. Either intravenous or intramuscular routes can be used. While magnesium sulfate is effective and inexpensive, implementation challenges in developing countries include lack of guidelines, training, and concerns about toxicity. Further research is still needed on dosing and administration.
Magnesium sulfate is the recommended treatment for eclampsia, as it significantly reduces the risk of convulsions recurring and lowers maternal mortality compared to other anticonvulsants li…