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Alumina/Magnesia/Calcium Carbonate
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BASIC
INFORMATION
Provides additional magnesium. Other substances in title are
not supplied in large enough amounts for use by your body.
Brand names:
Alumina/Magnesia/Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets
Duracid(R)
Alumina/Magnesia/Calcium Carbonate Oral Suspension
Camalox(R)
Alumina/Magnesia/Calcium Carbonate/Simethicone Chewable Tablets
Tempo(R)
Simethicone/Alumina Magnesium Carbonate/Magnesia Chewable
Tablets
Amphojel Plus(R)
Di-Gel(R)
Available from natural sources? Yes
Available from synthetic sources? No
Prescription required? Yes, for some forms
NATURAL SOURCES
Almonds
Bluefish
Carp
Cod
Flounder
Halibut
Herring
Leafy, green vegetables
Mackerel
Molasses
Nuts
Ocean perch
Shrimp
Snails
Soybeans
Sunflower seeds
Swordfish
Wheat germ
REASONS TO USE
Aids bone growth. Aids function of nerves and muscles, including regulation of normal
heart rhythm. Keeps metabolism steady. Conducts nerve impulses. Works as laxative in large
doses. Acts as antacid in small doses. Strengthens tooth enamel.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Cures alcoholism. Cures kidney stones. Alleviates heart disease. Helps control bad
breath and body odor. Helps contain lead poisoning.
WHO NEEDS ADDITIONAL AMOUNTS?
Anyone with inadequate caloric or dietary intake or increased nutritional requirements.
Those who abuse alcohol or other drugs. People with a chronic wasting illness or who have
recently undergone surgery. Those with recent severe burns or injuries.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS
Following symptoms occur rarely:
Muscle contractions Convulsions Confusion and delirium Irritability Nervousness Skin
problems Hardening of soft tissues
UNPROVED SPECULATED SYMPTOMS
Sudden heart failure
LAB TESTS TO DETECT DEFICIENCY
Serum magnesium
DOSAGE AND USAGE INFORMATION
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA):
Estimate of adequate daily intake by the Food and Nutrition
Board of the National Research Council, 1980 (See Glossary).
| Age |
RDA |
| 0-6 months |
50mg |
| 6-12 months |
70mg |
| 1-3 years |
150mg |
| 4-6 years |
200mg |
| 7-10 years |
250mg |
| MALES |
| 11-14 years |
350mg |
| 15-18 years |
400mg |
| 18+ years |
350mg |
| FEMALES |
| 11+ years |
300mg |
| Pregnant |
+150mg |
| Lactating |
+150mg |
What this mineral does:
- Activates essential enzymes.
- Affects metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids.
- Helps transport sodium and potassium across cell membranes.
- Influences calcium levels inside cells.
Available as:
- Oral suspension: Dilute in at least 1/2 glass of water or other liquid. Take with meals
or 1 to 1-1/2 hours after meals unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Chewable tablets: Chew well before swallowing.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you have:
- Kidney failure.
- Heart block (unless you have a pacemaker).
- An ileostomy.
Consult your doctor if you have:
- Chronic constipation, colitis, diarrhea.
- Symptoms of appendicitis.
- Stomach or intestinal bleeding.
Over age 55:
- Adverse reactions/side effects more likely.
Pregnancy:
- Risk to fetus outweighs benefits. Don't use.
Breast-feeding:
- Avoid magnesium in large quantities.
- If you must take temporarily, discontinue breast-feeding. Consult doctor for advice on
maintaining milk supply.
- Don't take megadoses.
Effect on lab tests:
- Makes test for stomach-acid secretion inaccurate.
- May increase or decrease serum-phosphate concentrations.
- May decrease serum and urine pH.
Storage:
- Store in cool, dry place away from direct light, but don't freeze.
- Store safely out of reach of children.
- Don't store in bathroom medicine cabinet. Heat and moisture may change action of
mineral.
Others:
- Chronic kidney disease frequently causes body to retain excess magnesium.
- Adverse reactions, side effects and interactions with medicines, vitamins or minerals
occur ONLY RARELY when too much magnesium is taken for too long or if you have kidney
disease.
OVERDOSE/TOXICITY
Signs and symptoms:
Severe nausea and vomiting, extremely low blood pressure,
extreme muscle weakness, difficulty breathing, heartbeat
irregularity.
What to do:
- For symptoms of overdosage: Discontinue mineral, and consult doctor immediately. Also
see ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS section below.
- For accidental overdosage (such as child taking entire bottle): Dial 911 (emergency), 0
for operator or your nearest Poison Control Center.
ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS
| Reaction or effect |
What to do |
| Abdominal pain |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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immediately. |
| Appetite loss |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
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convenient. |
| Diarrhea |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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immediately. |
| Irregular heartbeat |
Seek emergency treatment. |
| Mood changes or mental changes |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
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convenient. |
| Nausea |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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immediately. |
| Tiredness or weakness |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
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convenient. |
| Urination discomfort |
Discontinue. Call doctor when |
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convenient. |
| Vomiting |
Discontinue. Call doctor |
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immediately. |
INTERACTION WITH MEDICINE, VITAMINS OR MINERALS
| Interacts with |
Combined effect |
| Cellulose sodium phosphate |
Decreases magnesium effect. |
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Take 1 or more hours apart. |
| Fat-soluble vitamins (A, E, K) |
Decreases absorption of |
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mineral. |
| Ketoconazole |
Reduces absorption of |
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ketoconazole. Take 2 hours |
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apart. |
| Mecamylamine |
May slow urinary excretion of |
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mecamylamine. Avoid |
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combination. |
| Tetracycline |
Decreases absorption of |
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tetracycline. |
| Vitamin D |
May raise magnesium level too |
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high. |
INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES
None known
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From Complete Guide to Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements by H. Winter Griffith, M.D. Copyright by Putnam Publishing
Group. Electronic rights by Medical Data Exchange.
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