Generic
Magnesium Glycerophosphate
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At a glance
Magnesium Glycerophosphate is a mineral supplement used to correct low magnesium levels in the body. Magnesium is important in many activities within the body, especially nerve and muscle function.
Description
Magnesium Glycerophosphate is a chewable tablet that serves as a source of magnesium. Magnesium is the second most plentiful cation of intracellular fluids, essential for many enzyme systems, and plays an important role in neurochemical transmission and muscular excitability.
Indications
- Magnesium deficiency (hypomagnesemia)
- Support for nerve and muscle function
Therapeutic class
Specific Mineral Preparations
Pharmacological class
Magnesium Supplement
Pharmacology
Magnesium is essential for many enzyme systems and plays an important role in neurochemical transmission and muscular excitability.
Mechanism of action
Corrects magnesium deficiency in the body.
Dosage
Adults and Elderly: 1-2 tablets three times daily
Children (4-12 years): 1 tablet twice daily
Children (12-18 years): 1 tablet three times daily
Administration
- Chew the tablets
- Take at the same time each day
Missed dose
Not generally applicable; consult doctor if needed.
Side effects
Possible Side Effects:
- Flushing, thirst, nausea, vomiting
- Drowsiness, confusion
- Muscle weakness
- Low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeats
- Breathing problems
Precautions & warnings
- Patients with poor kidney function need regular monitoring and dose adjustment
- Not recommended for children below 4 years
- Use in pregnancy only if benefits outweigh risks
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Magnesium Glycerophosphate or its components
Drug interactions
No significant drug interactions known.
Food interactions
No food interactions known.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Magnesium salts are routinely used to treat preeclampsia; use only if doctor decides benefits outweigh risks.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Can be used during breastfeeding; based on long-term experience, no effects on fertility are expected.
Pediatric use
Not recommended for children below 4 years (insufficient information); doses established for children 4-18 years.
Geriatric use
Dose established for elderly (1-2 tablets three times daily).
Renal / hepatic impairment
Patients with poor kidney function need regular monitoring and dose adjustment.
Overdose effects
No specific overdose information available; excessive doses may increase side effects.
Storage conditions
Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Magnesium Glycerophosphate