Magnesium oxide: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Magnesium oxide

ما تقوله النشرة الرسمية. إذا وصفه لك طبيب، فاتبع الوصفة. وإذا اختلفت نشرة عبوتك، فالأولوية لها.

لمن هو

Relieves: ■ acid indigestion ■ upset stomach

كيف يُتناول وكم مرة

Take one or two antacid tablets daily
Do not exceed two tablets unless directed by a physician

Talk to a doctor first if

Kidney disease you are taking a prescription drug (antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs) you are pregnant or breast feeding
Do not take more than 2 tablets in a 24 hour period
May have a laxative effect

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease you are taking a prescription drug (antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs) you are pregnant or breast feeding. Do not take more than 2 tablets in a 24 hour period. May have a laxative effect. Keep out of reach of children.

How to store it

Store at controlled room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Tamper evident, do not use if imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing.

إذا نسيت جرعة

تناولها عندما تتذكر، إلا إذا اقترب موعد الجرعة التالية. عندها تخطَّ الجرعة المنسية. لا تتناول جرعتين معًا أبدًا للتعويض. راجع النشرة، فبعض الأدوية مختلفة.

ذكّرني بتناوله النشرة الرسمية كاملة

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-10-21.

الأسماء التجارية حول العالم

Products with Magnesium oxide as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Folgard Os Lactocal Vitafol-one Somnicin Clenpiq Beelith Phillips' Cramp-free Magmilax Mag-ox 400 Uro-mag Magnesium Oxide

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Magnesium OxideMAGNESIUM OXIDE 400 mg/1 · Tablet · Par Health

NDC 0603-0209Label

Magnesium OxideMAGNESIUM OXIDE 253 mg/1 · Tablet · Par Health

NDC 0603-0213Label

Vitafol Fe PlusDOCONEXENT 200 mg/1, NIACINAMIDE 15 mg/1, .ALPHA.-TOCOPHEROL ACETATE, DL- 9 mg/1 · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Exeltis USA, Inc.

NDC 0642-7473Label

Magnesium OxideMAGNESIUM OXIDE 400 mg/1 · Tablet · Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC

NDC 58657-120Label

Magnesium OxideMAGNESIUM OXIDE 400 mg/1 · Tablet · A-S Medication Solutions

NDC 50090-7432Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACBiotonic Capsule A11-0364 NAFDACBiomult Oral Liquid A11-100648

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Check your pack of Magnesium oxide

اسم الدواء أو رقم التسجيل تاريخ الانتهاء على العبوة (اختياري) رقم التشغيلة (اختياري)

أين أنت؟ أو التقط صورًا للعبوة

تبقّت 3 عمليات تحقق مجانية اليوم المصادر الرسمية: FDA الأمريكية · EMA (الاتحاد الأوروبي) · NAFDAC · تنبيهات منظمة الصحة العالمية

Questions about Magnesium oxide

What is Magnesium oxide used for?

relieves: ■ acid indigestion ■ upset stomach (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Magnesium oxide?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: take one or two antacid tablets daily. Do not exceed two tablets unless directed by a physician.…

Do I need a prescription for Magnesium oxide?

In many countries Magnesium oxide is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Magnesium oxide?

Magnesium oxide is sold under names such as Folgard Os, Lactocal, Vitafol-one, Somnicin, Clenpiq, Beelith, Phillips' Cramp-free, Magmilax. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Magnesium oxide is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.