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Chloromag (injection)

Generic name: magnesium chloride (injection) [mag-NEE-see-um-KLOE-ride]
Brand name: Chloromag
Minerals, electrolytes, and drugs

What is Chloromag?

Magnesium occurs naturally. Magnesium plays a vital role in many body systems, including the muscles and the nerves.Chloromag can be used to treat or even prevent magnesium deficiency.This medication guide does not list all possible uses for chloromag.

Side effects of Chloromag

If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, severe dizziness or difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue.

If you:

  • A feeling of lightheadedness, as if you could pass out.
  • Feeling cold or sweating
  • Breathing that is shallow or weak
  • Feeling tingly

Chloromag side effects may include:

  • Redness on your face or neck

There may be other side effects. Call your doctor if experiencing side effects; alternatively, the FDA can be reached at 1-800-FDA-1088 if reporting adverse events.

Warnings

Tell your doctor before using Chloromag about any medical conditions, allergies, medicines that you take, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Similar/related drugs

Lisinopril, Aspirin, Metoprolol, Clopidogrel, Plavix, Brilinta, and Magnesium Oxide

Before you take this drug

Chloromag should not be used if:

  • Kidney disease
  • Heart disease.

Tell your doctor before you start taking Chloromag about any allergies or medical conditions you may have, as well as if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

How to take chloromag work?

Before you begin using Chloromag, your doctor may test the kidney function.Chloromag can be infused into a vein. This injection will be given by a healthcare provider.Other medications may be prescribed to prevent severe side effects or an allergic reaction.During and after each injection, your breathing and blood pressure are closely monitored.You may require frequent medical tests. Tests can be used to determine the effectiveness of a medicine, even if there are no symptoms.

What happens if I miss the dose?

You are unlikely to miss a chloromag dose because you will be receiving it in a clinical environment.

What happens if I overdose?

As Chloromag will be administered by a healthcare provider in a medical environment, it is unlikely that an overdose will occur.

What should be avoided?

If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.

Interaction with other drug

Chloromag can be affected by other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. Inform your doctor of all the medicines you are taking and those that you stop or start using.