CellWell record HH-4948
Safety and Efficacy of Perioperative Magnesium Sulfate Injection for Postoperative Pain Management and Opioid Sparing Effects in Surgeries of the Nervous System: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis.
Mashaw SA; Kaye AD; Mira AJ; Shah S; Brouillette WD; Ahmadzadeh S; Muiznieks L; Shekoohi S
Current pain and headache reports ยท 2026
In plain language
A meta-analysis found that magnesium sulfate, an NMDA receptor antagonist and calcium channel blocker, has shown promise in reducing postoperative pain and opioid consumption.
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