Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko

Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko, 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 Nichi-Iko
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 Japan
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko
Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko

Uses

Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko is an antacid used for symptomatic relief of heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach.

Used as an over the counter antacid .

Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Acid indigestion, Bladder calculus, Heartburn, Kidney Stones, Upset stomach, Catheter irrigation

How Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko works

Magnesium Carbonate Nichi-Iko 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 .

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