What is Slow magnesium chloride with calcium?
Magnesium and calcium are minerals that occur naturally. Calcium is necessary for bone maintenance and formation. Magnesium is essential for muscle function and heart rhythm.
Slow magnesium chloride is a combination medication used as a dietary supplement. Slow magnesium chloride with calcium can be given when the diet is not enough or when minerals are lost by perspiration. This medication guide does not list all possible uses for slow magnesium chloride calcium.
Side effects of Slow magnesium chloride with calcium
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives, lips, face, tongue or throat swelling and/or difficulty swallowing
Side effects of slow magnesium chloride and calcium can be serious. If you experience:
- The symptoms of nausea include vomiting, loss of appetite, and increased thirst or urination.
- Joint pain, muscle weakness.
- Feeling tired or restless is a common feeling of confusion.
- Feeling drowsy.
Side effects of slow magnesium chloride with calcium include:
- Diarrhea;
- Constipation
- Upset stomach.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Acetylcysteine, ascorbic acid, multivitamin, biotin, and dextrose
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your healthcare provider of all of your medical conditions, allergies and medicines.
Before you take this drug
If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction after taking an antacid, vitamin, or mineral supplement containing magnesium chloride or calcium carbonate, then you should avoid using slow magnesium chloride.
If you suffer from:
- Kidney disease
- A history of renal stones
- Heart disease
- A blockage in the intestines.
Pregnancy or nursing may require different dosage levels of medications than usual.
How to take Slow magnesium chloride with calcium?
Follow the instructions on the label or those prescribed by your doctor. Do not chew or crush the tablet. Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You may not have a schedule for slow magnesium chloride and calcium, as it is only used when necessary. If it is almost time for your next dose, take any missed one as scheduled and move forward without waiting. Never take two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
Slow magnesium chloride and calcium should not be taken with other medications.
Interaction with other drug
Calcium carbonate may make certain drugs less effective by making it difficult for the body to absorb them. Take your slow magnesium chloride and calcium 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking other medications.
Tell your doctor all of your other medications, including:
- Anti-biotic
- Heart or blood pressure medication;
- Medicine to treat osteoporosis and Paget’s disease (of the bone): Actonel Boniva, Fosamax Reclast Zometa
This list is incomplete. Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium may be affected by other drugs, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal products. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
