What is magnesium amino acids chelate?
Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the
body especially the muscles and nerves.
Magnesium amino acids chelate is used as a supplement to maintain adequate magnesium in the
body.
Magnesium amino acids chelate may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking magnesium amino acids chelate?
Do not take magnesium amino acids chelate without first talking to your doctor if you have
kidney disease.
Before taking magnesium amino acids chelate, tell your doctor if you have any other medical
conditions, allergies, or if you take other medicines or other herbal/health supplements. Magnesium
amino acids chelate may not be recommended in some situations.
It is not known whether magnesium amino acids chelate will harm an unborn baby. Do not
take magnesium amino acids chelate without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning
a pregnancy.
It is not known whether magnesium amino acids chelate will harm an nursing baby. Do not
take magnesium amino acids chelate without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
How should I take magnesium amino acids chelate?
Take magnesium amino acids chelate exactly as directed by your doctor or as directed on the
package. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain
them to you.
Take the tablets and capsules with a full glass of water.
To ensure that you get the correct dose, measure the liquid form of magnesium with a
dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring
device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.
Do not take more magnesium amino acids chelate than is directed.
Store magnesium amino acids chelate at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose of magnesium amino acids chelate?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose,
skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose
of this medication.
Where can I get more information about magnesium amino acids chelate?
Your pharmacist has information about magnesium amino acids chelate written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of magnesium amino acids chelate?
Stop taking magnesium amino acids chelate and seek emergency medical attention if you
experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue,
or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take magnesium amino
acids chelate and talk to your doctor if you experience diarrhea or an upset stomach.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about magnesium amino acids chelate?
Before taking magnesium amino acids chelate, tell your doctor if you have any other medical
conditions, allergies, or if you take other medicines or other herbal/health supplements. Magnesium
amino acids chelate may not be recommended in some situations.
What should I avoid while taking magnesium amino acids chelate?
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while taking magnesium amino acids
chelate unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
What other drugs will affect magnesium amino acids chelate?
Before taking magnesium amino acids chelate, talk to your doctor if you are taking
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a tetracycline antibiotic such as tetracycline (Sumycin, Achromycin
V, and others), demeclocycline (Declomycin), doxycycline (Vibramycin, Monodox, Doxy, and
others), minocycline (Minocin, Dynacin, and others), or oxytetracycline (Terramycin, and
others);
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a fluoroquinolone antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro),
ofloxacin (Floxin), enoxacin (Penetrex), norfloxacin (Noroxin), sparfloxacin (Zagam),
levofloxacin (Levaquin), lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), grepafloxacin (Raxar), and others;
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penicillamine (Cuprimine);
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digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps); or
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nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin, Furadantin, others).
You may not be able to take magnesium amino acids chelate, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment if you are taking any of the
medicines listed above.
Drugs other than those listed here can also interact with magnesium amino acids chelate. Talk to
your doctor and pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter or prescription medicines.
What happens if I have an overdose of magnesium amino acids chelate?