Magnesium

Magnesium: Properties, Applications and Interactions

Magnesium is an important element that plays a significant role in the human body. It belongs to the group of alkaline earth metals and has an atomic number of 12. Magnesium has a wide range of uses, including use in the pharmaceutical industry.

Magnesium is often used in the form of magnesium carbonate, which is an active ingredient in many medications. Preparations based on magnesium carbonate have a binding, enveloping and antacid effect. They are used to treat various diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, such as hyperacidity of gastric juice, gastroesophageal reflux, esophagitis, gastritis, duodenitis, pancreatitis, erosive and ulcerative lesions of the upper gastrointestinal tract and constipation.

Magnesium carbonate preparations are available in the form of effervescent tablets that are easily dissolved in water before use. They provide an effective and quick effect on the body.

Despite the beneficial properties of magnesium, its use may have some contraindications and side effects. For example, magnesium carbonate preparations are not recommended for phenylketonuria, a rare hereditary disease associated with impaired phenylalanine metabolism.

Side effects of magnesium carbonate may include dyspepsia (indigestion) and diarrhea. If any unwanted reactions occur, you should consult your doctor.

It is also important to consider the interaction of magnesium with other drugs. Magnesium carbonate may slow down the absorption of certain drugs, such as chlorpromazines, barbiturates, butadione, glucocorticoids, iron supplements and some antibiotics. It may also interact with m-anticholinergics, sulfonamides, tetracyclines and cimetidine. Therefore, before using magnesium carbonate, it is recommended to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Certain factors, such as phosphates, high doses of calcium and excess lipids, can reduce the absorption of magnesium. Therefore, it is important to follow the correct dosage and consult your doctor about possible interactions with other drugs or dietary supplements.

According to the 2005 Encyclopedia of Medicines, there is no information about overdose of magnesium carbonate, and there are no special instructions for its use.

Magnesium is an important element for maintaining a healthy body. It is important to remember that this article is based on information from the 2005 Drug Encyclopedia, so it is recommended that you consult more current sources of information or consult your doctor for more reliable information about the use of magnesium and its preparations.

Literature:
Encyclopedia of Medicines 2005