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Magnason400 mg/5 ml

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Indications of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml suspension is used in constipation, heart burn, gas and nausea. It is also indicated in acute and long acting constipation due to hyper acidity and peptic ulcer or stomatitis.

Theropeutic Class

Antacid with laxative action

Pharmacology

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml is popularly known as Milk of Magnesia. It is a mildly acting antacid and laxative. It is poorly and slowly absorbed and acts by its osmotic properties in the luminal fluid which causes retention of fluid in the bowel. It is useful for emptying the bowel prior to surgical, radiological and colonoscopic procedures and can help to eliminate parasites following appropriate therapy and toxic material in some cases of poisoning. Magnason 400 mg/5 ml is converted into Magnesium Chloride in the stomach without forming carbon dioxide

Dosage & Administration of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml

As Laxative: Adults: 2-4 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. Children: 6-11 years: 1-2 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. 2-5 years: 1-3 Teaspoonful with a full glass of water. As Antacid: Adults: 1-3 teaspoonful (5 to 15 ml) up to 4 times daily with water. Children: 1-3 years: ¼ teaspoonful. 3-6 years: ¼-½ teaspoonful. 6-12 years: ½-1 teaspoonful

Dosage of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml

As Laxative: Adults: 2-4 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. Children: 6-11 years: 1-2 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. 2-5 years: 1-3 Teaspoonful with a full glass of water. As Antacid: Adults: 1-3 teaspoonful (5 to 15 ml) up to 4 times daily with water. Children: 1-3 years: ¼ teaspoonful. 3-6 years: ¼-½ teaspoonful. 6-12 years: ½-1 teaspoonful

Interaction of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml

Magnesium hydroxide can decrease the absorption of other drugs such as, digoxin, mycophenolate, phosphate supplements (e.g., potassium phosphate), tetracycline antibiotics, certain azole antifungals (ketoconazole, itraconazole), and quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin).

Contraindications

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml should not be administered where use of laxative is contraindicated. Long term treatment of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml is contraindicated in patients with renal failure.

Side Effects of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml in common with other magnesium salts may cause diarrhoea.

Precautions & Warnings

The drug should be avoided if possible in patients with renal and hepatic failure and in those with heart block and myocardial disease. The drug may be used cautiously in pregnancy.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Drug Classes

Antacid with laxative action

Mode Of Action

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml is popularly known as Milk of Magnesia. It is a mildly acting antacid and laxative. It is poorly and slowly absorbed and acts by its osmotic properties in the luminal fluid which causes retention of fluid in the bowel. It is useful for emptying the bowel prior to surgical, radiological and colonoscopic procedures and can help to eliminate parasites following appropriate therapy and toxic material in some cases of poisoning. Magnason 400 mg/5 ml is converted into Magnesium Chloride in the stomach without forming carbon dioxide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magnason 400 mg/5 ml used for?

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml suspension is used in constipation, heart burn, gas and nausea. It is also indicated in acute and long acting constipation due to hyper acidity and peptic ulcer or stomatitis.

What is the dosage of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml?

As Laxative: Adults: 2-4 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. Children: 6-11 years: 1-2 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. 2-5 years: 1-3 Teaspoonful with a full glass of water. As Antacid: Adults: 1-3 teaspoonful (5 to 15 ml) up to 4 times daily with water. Children: 1-3 years: ¼ teaspoonful. 3-6 years: ¼-½ teaspoonful. 6-12 years: ½-1 teaspoonful

What are the side effects of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml?

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml in common with other magnesium salts may cause diarrhoea.

Who should not take Magnason 400 mg/5 ml?

Magnason 400 mg/5 ml should not be administered where use of laxative is contraindicated. Long term treatment of Magnason 400 mg/5 ml is contraindicated in patients with renal failure.

What precautions should be taken with Magnason 400 mg/5 ml?

The drug should be avoided if possible in patients with renal and hepatic failure and in those with heart block and myocardial disease. The drug may be used cautiously in pregnancy.

Disclaimer

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