Magnesium lactate
Generic name: magnesium lactate [ mag-NEE-zee-um-LAK-tate ]
Brand name: Mag-Tab SR
Dosage form: oral tablet, extended release (84 mg)
Drug class:Minerals and electrolytes
What is magnesium lactate?
Magnesium lactate is a naturally occurring mineral that is needed in the body to support the function of the heart, nervous system, and digestive system.
Magnesium lactate is used as a mineral supplement to treat magnesium deficiency.
Magnesium lactate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take magnesium lactate if you have other medical conditions.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use magnesium lactate if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:
kidney disease;
heart disease;
if you are allergic to animals, food dyes, or other medicines;
if you take a blood thinner (warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven); or
if you take an antibiotic (Cipro, Levaquin, penicillamine, Cuprimine, and others).
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.
Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are breast-feeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
How should I take magnesium lactate?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Magnesium lactate may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach or causes diarrhea.
Take the medicine at the same time each day.
Do not crush or chew an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole. To make swallowing easier, you may break the tablet in half.
Magnesium lactate may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes a special diet. Follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. Get familiar with the list of foods you should eat to make sure you get enough magnesium in your diet. This may include green leafy vegetables, peas, beans, nuts, and whole grain cereals.
The recommended dietary allowance of mag...
