Magnesium oxide is a mineral supplement and antacid. Magnesium supports muscles, nerves, bones and energy production.

What Magnesium Oxide Is Used For

  • Magnesium deficiency
  • Muscle cramps linked to low magnesium
  • Heartburn and indigestion
  • Constipation, at higher amounts

Common Side Effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach cramps
  • Nausea

Precautions

Ask your doctor before taking magnesium if you have kidney disease. Keep magnesium two hours apart from antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin and tetracyclines, thyroid tablets and some osteoporosis medicines.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.

Medicines Containing Magnesium Oxide