Gefomag Chewable Tablet
Magnesium Glycerophosphate
97 mg
Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
| Pack size | 30's Pack |
|---|---|
| Price | 10.00 BDT |
Indications
Gefomag Chewable Tablet is used for:
Magnesium chewable tablets is an essential mineral which is important in many activities within the body, especially nerve and muscle function. Magnesium chewable tablets is given to supplement magnesium levels when the level of magnesium in the body is too low.
Adult Dose
Adults, including the elderly: The usual dose is 1-2 tablets three times a day. Your doctor may decide to monitor your magnesium at regular intervals. Patients with poor kidney function may need to be monitored at regular intervals and dose adjusted.
Child Dose
Children: Magnesium Chewable Tablets should only be used if a doctor has decided that the benefit of treatment outweigh any potential risk. Children need to be monitored regularly and have their dose adjusted.
Children below 4 years: Not recommended as there is insufficient information regarding the use of Magnesium Chewable Tablets in this age group.
Children (4 to 12 years): 1 tablet twice per day.
Children (12 to 18 years): 1 tablet three times a day.
Renal Dose
The amount of Magnesium Chewable Tablets that you will be prescribed will depend on your particular condition and needs.
Administration
Adults, including the elderly: The usual dose is 1-2 tablets three times a day. Your doctor may decide to monitor your magnesium at regular intervals. Patients with poor kidney function may need to be monitored at regular intervals and dose adjusted.
Children: Magnesium Chewable Tablets should only be used if a doctor has decided that the benefit of treatment outweigh any potential risk. Children need to be monitored regularly and have their dose adjusted.
Children below 4 years: Not recommended as there is insufficient information regarding the use of Magnesium Chewable Tablets in this age group.
Children (4 to 12 years): 1 tablet twice per day.
Children (12 to 18 years): 1 tablet three times a day.
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Contra Indications
This compound should not be used in individuals with:
Severe Renal Impairment: High levels of magnesium can accumulate when kidney function is significantly diminished, leading to toxicity.
Hypersensitivity: Known allergy to magnesium glycerophosphate or any excipients in the formulation.
Hypermagnesemia: Pre-existing high levels of magnesium in the blood.
Precautions
Renal Function: Use with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease; regular monitoring of serum magnesium levels is advised.
Neuromuscular Disorders: Magnesium can affect muscle contraction; use carefully in patients with conditions like Myasthenia Gravis.
Laxative Effect: Like many magnesium salts, high doses may cause gastrointestinal upset or osmotic diarrhea.
Pregnancy-Lactation
The FDA transitioned away from the traditional "A, B, C, D, X" lettering system in 2015, replacing it with the Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling Rule (PLLR).
Current Status: Magnesium Glycerophosphate does not have a formal legacy letter category.
Clinical Note: Magnesium is generally considered safe and essential during pregnancy when used within the recommended daily allowance (RDA). However, high-dose or prolonged intravenous use (specifically of magnesium sulfate) is associated with fetal skeletal abnormalities. Oral supplementation at standard doses is typically used under medical supervision to manage deficiency or pregnancy-induced cramps.
Interactions
Tetracycline and Quinolone Antibiotics: Magnesium can bind to these drugs, significantly reducing their absorption. Administer at least 2 hours before or 4–6 hours after these antibiotics.
Bisphosphonates: May decrease the absorption of medications used for osteoporosis.
Calcium Channel Blockers: Concurrent use may lead to additive effects, potentially causing hypotension or bradycardia.
Diuretics: Loop and thiazide diuretics can increase the urinary excretion of magnesium.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Magnesium Glycerophosphate :
Tell your doctor or healthcare professional immediately if you have any of the following symptoms:
flushing, thirst, feeling sick, being sick
drowsiness, confusion
muscle weakness
low blood pressure (you may feel faint when standing from a seated or lying position), abnormal heart beats
breathing problems.
If any of the side effects get serious please tell your doctor or healthcare professional.
Mechanism of Action
Magnesium Glycerophosphate: Pharmaceutical Profile
Mode of Action
Magnesium Glycerophosphate is a mineral supplement that serves as a source of both magnesium and phosphorus.
Magnesium Role: It acts as a cofactor in over 300 enzymatic reactions, including protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, and blood glucose control. It is essential for the active transport of calcium and potassium ions across cell membranes, a process important for nerve impulse conduction and muscle contraction.
Glycerophosphate Role: The glycerophosphate anion is involved in various metabolic pathways and can contribute to the structural integrity of cell membranes as a precursor to phospholipids.
Note
Gefomag 97 mg Chewable Tablet manufactured by Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Magnesium Glycerophosphate. Gefomag is availble in Bangladesh.
DIMS information on Gefomag Chewable Tablet is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.