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Intravenous Magnesium for Sickle Cell Vasoocclusive Crisis
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Intravenous Magnesium Sulfate and Normal Saline Placebo for Sickle Cell Disease. Completed, enrolled 208 participants across 8 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and efficacy of intravenous magnesium in shortening the duration of a pain crisis and to determine the health-related quality of life and short term outcomes of children treated with intravenous magnesium during an acute pain crisis.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
40 mg/kg (max 2.4 grams), infused at a concentration of 40 mg/ml (1 ml/kg, max 60 ml), every 8 hours for a total of 6 doses
(1 ml/kg, max 60 ml), administered every 8 hours for a total of 6 doses