CVS Magnesium Citrate Oral
Generic Name: MAGNESIUM CITRATE - ORAL
Pronounced: (mag-NEE-zee-um-SYE-trate)
CVS Magnesium Citrate Oral Uses
This product is used to clean stool from the intestines
before surgery or certain bowel procedures (e.g., colonoscopy, radiography),
usually with other products. It may also be used for relief of constipation.
However, milder products (e.g., stool softeners, bulk-forming laxatives) should
be used whenever possible for constipation.
Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative that is thought to
work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel
movement within 30 minutes to 3 hours.
How To Use CVS Magnesium Citrate Oral
Read and follow all directions on the product package. If
your doctor has directed you to use this product before surgery or a bowel
procedure, he or she should tell you how long before the surgery/procedure you
should take this product. If you are uncertain about any of the information,
consult your doctor or pharmacist. To improve taste, this product may be
chilled in the refrigerator before use. Do not freeze.
Dosage is based on your medical condition, age, and
response to treatment. Drink a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240
milliliters) after taking this product unless otherwise directed by your
doctor. Doing so will help prevent serious side effects (e.g., a loss of too
much body water-dehydration).
If this product is used too frequently, it may cause loss
of normal bowel function and an inability to have a bowel movement without
using the product (laxative dependence). If you notice symptoms of overuse,
such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, decreased weight, or weakness, contact your
doctor promptly.
Avoid taking tetracycline/quinolone antibiotics (e.g.,
doxycycline, tetracycline, ciprofloxacin) within 2 hours before or after this
product. Doing so may decrease the effect of the antibiotic.
If this product fails to produce a bowel movement, or if
you think you may have a serious medical problem, contact your doctor
promptly.
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