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Who should not take magnesium oxide (Mag-200, MagGel, Mag-Ox 400, Uro-Mag)?

Do not take magnesium oxide without first talking to your doctor if you have kidney disease.

Before taking magnesium oxide, tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, allergies, or if you take other medicines or other herbal/health supplements. Magnesium oxide may not be recommended in some situations.

It is not known whether magnesium oxide will harm an unborn baby. Do not take magnesium oxide without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

It is not known whether magnesium oxide will harm an nursing baby. Do not take magnesium oxide without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take magnesium oxide (Mag-200, MagGel, Mag-Ox 400, Uro-Mag)?

Take magnesium oxide exactly as directed by your doctor or as directed on the package. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take the tablets and capsules with a full glass of water.

To ensure that you get the correct dose, measure the liquid form of magnesium with a dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.

Do not take more magnesium oxide than is directed.

Store magnesium oxide at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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