Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Magnesium Supplementation |
Dose: Tablet – 1-2 tablets Frequency: once a Day Note: by mouth |
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Indication: Antacid |
Dose: Tablet – 1 tablet Frequency: once a Day or every 12 hours Note: by mouth; not to exceed 2 tablets/day |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Pediatric |
Dose: Not approved – No approved pediatric dosage available Note: No approved pediatric dosage available |
Renal Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Condition: Creatinine Clearance less than 30 mL/min |
Dose: Not specified Note: Caution; monitor for hypermagnesemia |
Administration
- Take with food
- Take with full glass of water
Side Effect
- Diarrhea with excessive dose
- Gastrointestinal irritation
- Vomiting and upset stomach
- Hypermagnesaemia
- Paralytic ileus
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Tetracyclines, Bisphosphonates (Alendronate, Risedronate, Zoledronic acid, Pamidronate)
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May decrease absorption; separate administration by around 2 hr
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Renal Failure
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Risk of magnesium toxicity
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep out of reach of children. Store in a dry place, below 25°C temperature, and protected Irom light.
Data Sources
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