This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: NEET 2019, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
MgSO4 have no role in prevention of- 
Select and explain. 
A. Seizures in severe pre-eclampsia, B. Recurrent seizures in eclampsia, C. RDS in premature baby, D. Neuroprotection
C: RDS in premature baby
Answer: C: RDS in premature baby 
Explanation: MgSO4 is the Drug of choice which prevents seizures in severe pre ecclapmsia and also for seizure control in eclampsia This is also used for control of recurrent seizures Neuroprotective action: low-bihweight neonates whose mothers were treated with magnesium sulfate for preterm labor or preeclampsia were found to have a reduced incidence of cerebral palsy at 3 years