Randomized trial: Nebulized magnesium does not benefit children with acute refractory asthma treated in the emergency department

Effect of Nebulized Magnesium vs Placebo Added to Albuterol on Hospitalization Among Children With Refractory Acute Asthma Treated in the Emergency Department: A Randomized Clinical Trial – JAMA (free for a limited period)

Commentary: Nebulized Magnesium Of Little Value for Emergency Tx of Kids’ Asthma Attacks – Physician’s Weekly

Commentary on Twitter

This RCT found that nebulized magnesium does not decrease hospitalization for children with refractory acute asthma in the emergency department, compared to albuterol or placebo https://t.co/9NjgPztY6V @sickkids #VisualAbstract

— JAMA (@JAMA_current) November 24, 2020