Magnesiocard 2.5mmol in detail
The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.Method of use?
Take the medicine with liquid (e.g. 1 glass of water).Duration of use?
The duration of use depends on the type of complaint and/or duration of the illness and is therefore only determined by your doctor.Overdose?
An overdose can lead to diarrhoea. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.In general: Pay particular attention to conscientious dosing, especially with infants, small children and older people. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.
A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information on the package leaflet. As the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.
Storage
The medicine must be stored away from heat.What speaks against use?
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients- Severely impaired kidney function
Which age group should be considered?
- Children under 4 years of age: The medicine should generally not be used in this age group.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.- Breastfeeding: According to current knowledge, there are no indications that the medicine should not be used during breastfeeding.
If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with use in the case of a contraindication.
What adverse effects may occur?
- Soft stools- Diarrhoea
If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 treated patients.
How does the ingredient in the medicine work?
Magnesium is a mineral that is essential for our body and is absorbed from food in the form of its salts. Magnesium plays an important role in maintaining the functionality of muscle and nerve cells and is involved in numerous metabolic processes. A magnesium deficiency can lead to muscle cramps, especially in the calves, and concentration problems, among other things. The heart muscle is also supported in its function by magnesium.Application
- Treatment of magnesium deficiency states requiring therapy- Neuromuscular disorders caused by magnesium deficiency
Dosage
As the dosage of the medicine depends on various factors, it should be individually tailored to you by your doctor.Get advice on the dosage from your doctor or pharmacist.
General dosage recommendation:
- 2 film-coated tablets
- 1-2 times daily
- Children and adolescents aged 4-14 years
- before a meal
- 2 film-coated tablets
- 1-3 times daily
- Adolescents aged 15 years and over and adults
- before a meal
Advantages
- Take the medicine with liquid
- Duration of use determined individually by the doctor
- In case of suspected overdose, consult a doctor
- Protect from heat during storage
- Do not use in case of hypersensitivity or kidney problems
- Pregnant women should consult a doctor
- Side effects such as soft stools or diarrhoea possible
Ingredients
| 1 tablet contains: | |
| Magnesium aspartate hydrochloride-3-water | 614.75 mg |
| (equivalent to) magnesium ion | 60.76 mg |
| (equivalent to) magnesium ion | |
| .) magnesium ion | 2.5 mmol |
| potato starch (HST) | + |
| silicon dioxide, highly dispersed (HST) | + |
| Magnesium stearate (HST) | + |
| Methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer (1:1) (HST) | + |
| Talc (HST) | + |
| Dimeticone (HST) | + |
| Triethyl citrate (HST) | + |