Mag-Tab Sr Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- MAG-TAB SR (Brand for MAGNESIUM L-LACTATE DIHYD SR)
- QTY 60
- 84 MG
- Tablet
- Near 77384

MAGNESIUM (mag NEE zee um) prevents and treats low levels of magnesium in your body. Magnesium plays an important role in maintaining the health of your muscles and nervous system.

MAG-TAB SR (Brand for MAGNESIUM L-LACTATE DIHYD SR) Information

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Take by mouth with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew. Follow the directions on the label. Do not take this medication more often than directed.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
-Antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, tetracycline
-Cefditoren
-Cellulose sodium phosphate
-Edetate disodium, disodium EDTA
-Medications for chest pain, such as digoxin, nifedipine
-Other magnesium-containing antacids, laxatives or medications
-Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
-Vitamin D

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Visit your care team for regular check-ups. See your care team if your symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.
If you are scheduled for any medical or dental procedure, tell your care team that you are taking this medication. You may need to stop taking this medication before the procedure.
Herbal or dietary supplements are not regulated like medications. Rigid quality control standards are not required for dietary supplements. The purity and strength of these products can vary. The safety and effect of this dietary supplement for a certain disease or illness is not well known. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
The Food and Drug Administration suggests the following to help consumers protect themselves:
-Always read product labels and follow directions.
-Natural does not mean a product is safe for humans to take.
-Look for products that include USP after the ingredient name. This means that the manufacturer followed the standards of the US Pharmacopoeia.
-Products made or sold by a nationally known food or drug company are more likely to be made under tight controls. You can write to the company for more information about how the product was made.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-High magnesium level—confusion, drowsiness, facial flushing, redness, sweating, muscle weakness, fast or irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Diarrhea

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature or as directed on the package label. Protect from moisture. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.