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Magnesium citrate - oral

(mag-nee-zee-um- sye-trate)

common brand names: Citroma

Simular Drugs : Magnesium, Magnesium Citrate, Magnesium Dr, Magnesium Gluconate, Magnesium Hydr Aluminum Hydr, Magnesium Hydroxide, Magnesium Oxide, Magnesium Oxide, Magnesium Sulfate

Magnesium Citrate Usage: this product is used for the short-term treatment of constipation or to empty bowel before bowel or stomach procedures.

How to use Magnesium Citrate: Take by mouth, generally once daily, as needed or as directed by youre doctor. Follow dose with full glass of water (8 oz/240 ml). To improve taste, chill pill before use. do not exceed maximum recommended dose. Consult youre pharmacist or pharmacist. do not use this medication for more then 7 days unless directed by your doctor. do not use it med if you have had change in bowel habits for longer than 2 weeks or if their is blood in your stool. Instead, consult you're pharmacist or pharmacist. Long-term use of laxatives may lead to laxative dependence, chronic constipation, loss of normal bowel function & damage to the bowel. Overuse of laxatives may cause persistent diarrhea, dehydration & body mineral problems. the magnesium in it medication may interfere with absorption of other medications you may take. Take this drug at least two hours before or 2 hours after you take these medications: tetracycline antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline, tetracycline) or quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin). Consult your pharmacist.

Magnesium Citrate side effects: Stomach pain, nausea, gas, or diarrhea may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your healthcare professional. Unlikely but report promptly: muscle twitching or cramping, muscle weakness, decrease or absence about bowel movements, blood in stool, mental/mood changes, dizziness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Magnesium Citrate Precautions: If you have any of the following health problems, consult youre healthcare professional before using laxative: any allergies, stomach/intestinal problems, nausea, vomiting, blood in stool, kidney disease. this pill should be used with caution in child & isnt recommended for those less than 2 years old, unless directed by physician. children may be more likely to become dehydrated. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. this drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss benefits and risks with some your pharmacist. it pill is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product isnt recommended. Consult youre pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Magnesium Citrate drug interactions: Tell some your healthcare professional of every prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: tetracycline antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline, tetracycline), quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole), heart drugs (e.g., quinidine, digoxin), sodium polystyrene sulfonate. don't start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Magnesium Citrate Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Magnesium Citrate special notes: don't share this med with others. Proper diet, fluid intake and exercise may help prevent constipation. Consult your doctor or doctor.

If you missed Magnesium Citrate dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near clock of next dose, skip missed dose & resume some your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Magnesium Citrate Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light & moisture. this pill may also be refrigerated. don't freeze.

Active Ingredients : Magnesium Citrate