Laxatives can make it harder for your body to absorb certain other drugs. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. Other drugs may interact with magnesium citrate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using. Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated. Updated visitor guidelines. You are here Home » magnesium citrate. Top of the page. What is the most important information I should know about magnesium citrate? What is magnesium citrate? Magnesium citrate is used as a laxative to treat occasional constipation.
Magnesium citrate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking magnesium citrate? Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially: kidney disease; a sudden change in bowel habits that has lasted longer than 2 weeks; stomach pain, nausea, vomiting; or if you are on a low-magnesium or low-potassium diet.
How should I take magnesium citrate? Take magnesium citrate on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. What happens if I miss a dose? What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at What should I avoid while taking magnesium citrate? What are the possible side effects of magnesium citrate? Stop using magnesium citrate and call your doctor at once if you have:.
If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one. Magnesium citrate should produce a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 6 hours after you take the medicine. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if the medicine produces no results. Not having a bowel movement after using a laxative may be a sign of a condition more serious than occasional constipation. Since magnesium citrate is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule.
If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.
Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose. Be sure to drink plenty of water while taking magnesium citrate to avoid dehydration. Magnesium citrate may be used for other purposes, such as to empty the colon before a medical procedure. Health Topics. Health Tools. Magnesium Citrate Citrate of Magnesia. Reviewed: November 23, Magnesium citrate is used to treat occasional constipation.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially: kidney disease; a sudden change in bowel habits that has lasted longer than 2 weeks; stomach pain, nausea, vomiting; or if you are on a low-magnesium or low-potassium diet.
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