Magnesium carbonate
Magnesium carbonate Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Magnesium carbonate, also known as magnesite, is a common over the counter remedy for heartburn and upset stomach caused by overproduction of acid in the stomach .
Neutralizes acid in the stomach .
| Trade Name | Magnesium carbonate |
| Generic | Magnesium carbonate |
| Magnesium carbonate Other Names | Magnesio carbonato |
| Type | |
| Formula | CMgO3 |
| Weight | Average: 84.314 Monoisotopic: 83.969785764 |
| Protein binding | 30% of magnesium is bound to proteins . |
| Groups | Approved, Investigational |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Magnesium carbonate is an antacid used for symptomatic relief of heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach.
Used as an over the counter antacid .
Magnesium carbonate is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Acid indigestion, Bladder calculus, Heartburn, Kidney Stones, Upset stomach, Catheter irrigation
How Magnesium carbonate works
Magnesium carbonate reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to form carbon dioxide and magnesium chloride thus neutralizing excess acid in the stomach .
Toxicity
During overdose, magnesium impairs neuromuscular transmission resulting in weakness and hypoflexia .
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Volume of Distribution
Vd for magnesium is 0.2-0.4L/kg . About 50% distributes to bone.
Elimination Route
About 40-60% of magnesium is absorbed following oral administration . Percent absorption decreases as dose increases.
Half Life
Half life of 27.7 hours reported with overdose of 400mEq of magnesium in an adult .
Clearance
Maximum magnesium clearance is directly proportional to creatinine clearance .
Elimination Route
Primarily eliminated in urine .
Innovators Monograph
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