Elemental Magnesium

Dosage Forms Available

• Elemental Magnesium is available for oral use in the forms of tablets, capsules, powders, and liquids.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Elemental Magnesium is suitable for both adults and children. Specific age recommendations typically start from 6 years onwards.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment.
• It is also contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any form of magnesium.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antibiotics (such as tetracyclines and quinolones), bisphosphonates (like alendronate and risedronate), diuretics (including furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide), certain synthetic hormones (levothyroxine), and proton pump inhibitors (like omeprazole and pantoprazole).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Elemental Magnesium may lead to symptoms such as diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal cramping. In severe cases, it can cause more serious issues like hypotension or an irregular heartbeat. If you suspect an overdose, it is crucial to seek medical attention promptly.
• If you miss a dose of Elemental Magnesium, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose to avoid doubling up.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If experiencing gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhoea or bloating after taking Elemental Magnesium, consider taking the supplement with food or splitting the dose across different times of the day.
• Staying hydrated can also help manage mild side effects like headaches or nausea.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Elemental Magnesium does not usually affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, if you experience symptoms like dizziness after taking the medicine, it is advised to avoid engaging in such activities until you feel stable.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Consult your doctor before using Elemental Magnesium during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Individuals with kidney disease should exercise caution when using Elemental Magnesium due to potential accumulation and toxicity risks.
• Those with heart block or other severe heart conditions should also be cautious, as magnesium can influence heart rhythm.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Incorporate foods high in magnesium into your diet to support treatment with Elemental Magnesium. These include nuts like almonds and cashews, seeds such as pumpkin or chia seeds, green leafy vegetables like spinach, whole grains, legumes like black beans, and dark chocolate.
• If muscle cramps are a concern (one of the conditions managed by magnesium supplements), regular moderate exercise can help reduce occurrences.
• For those managing anxiety or stress-related conditions with Elemental Magnesium, practices such as yoga or meditation may complement the therapeutic effects of magnesium by promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels.
• Maintain a balanced diet rich in other vitamins and minerals that support magnesium absorption and utilization, such as Vitamin B6 found in fish, poultry, and starchy vegetables like potatoes.