Nausea, constipation, diarrhea, or headache may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
The magnesium in this product can cause diarrhea. Using an antacid that contains only aluminum along with this product can help control diarrhea. The aluminum in this product can cause constipation. To minimize constipation, drink plenty of fluids and exercise. Diarrhea is more common with this product than constipation.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Aluminum-containing antacids bind to phosphate, an important body chemical, in the gut. This can cause low phosphate levels, especially if you use this medication in large doses and for a long time. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of low phosphate: loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, muscle weakness.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: dizziness, fainting.
Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: slow/shallow breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, mental/mood changes (such as confusion), deep sleep, pain with urination.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
FAQs
This product may react with other medications (including digoxin, iron, pazopanib, tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin), preventing them from being fully absorbed by your body. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how to schedule your medications to prevent this problem.
Who Cannot take magnesium hydroxide? ›
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, appendicitis or symptoms of appendicitis (such as stomach/abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting), magnesium-restricted diet, sudden change in bowel habits that lasts for longer than 2 weeks.
When should you not take aluminum hydroxide magnesium hydroxide? ›
On a sodium (salt) restricted diet. Stomach bleeding or obstruction. An unusual or allergic reaction to aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide or other antacids, foods, dyes, or preservatives. Pregnant or trying to get pregnant.
What drugs does magnesium hydroxide interact with? ›
View interaction reports for magnesium hydroxide and the medicines listed below.
- Aspir 81 (aspirin)
- Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)
- Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
- Colace (docusate)
- CoQ10 (ubiquinone)
- Cymbalta (duloxetine)
- Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)
- Flonase (fluticasone nasal)
This product contains aluminum, which may react with other medications (including digoxin, iron, tetracycline antibiotics, pazopanib, quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin), preventing them from being fully absorbed by your body.
What is a patient who takes aluminum hydroxide with magnesium hydroxide? ›
Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide are antacids used together to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. They may be used to treat these symptoms in patients with peptic ulcer, gastritis, esophagitis, hiatal hernia, or too much acid in the stomach (gastric hyperacidity).
What is the most common side effect of magnesium hydroxide? ›
severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; no bowel movement after using the medicine as a laxative; rectal bleeding; or. worsening symptoms.
Are there any medications that should not be taken with magnesium? ›
Taking magnesium with these medications might cause blood pressure to go too low. Some of these medications include nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia), verapamil (Calan, Isoptin, Verelan), diltiazem (Cardizem), isradipine (DynaCirc), felodipine (Plendil), amlodipine (Norvasc), and others.
Is it bad to take magnesium hydroxide every day? ›
Do not take magnesium hydroxide for longer than 1 week without talking to your doctor. Shake the oral suspension well before each use.
What is the most common side effect of aluminum hydroxide? ›
Common side effects or health problems may include: Nausea. Vomiting. Rebound hyperacidity.
PPI have minimal side effects and few slight drug interactions and are considered safe for long term treatment. Pantoprazole is significantly effective both for acute and long-term treatment with excellent control of relapse and symptoms. It is well tolerated even for long-term therapy and its tolerability is optimal.
What is the difference between magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide? ›
Both bind to hydrochloric acid and form salts and water that are eliminated in the stools. Magnesium hydroxide is a rapid-acting antacid in the stomach while aluminum hydroxide sustains the effects. Magnesium hydroxide also draws water into the colon, acting as a laxative and promoting bowel movement.
What Cannot be taken with magnesium oxide? ›
Magnesium can bind with certain medications, preventing their full absorption. If you are taking a tetracycline-type medication (such as demeclocycline, doxycycline, minocycline, tetracycline), separate the time of the dose from the time of the magnesium supplement dose by at least 2 to 3 hours.
What are the negative effects of magnesium oxide? ›
Magnesium Oxide Side Effects
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
- Slow reflexes.
- Change in heart rate.
- Flushing or faintness.
Magnesium intake of 500 mg/d to 1000 mg/d may reduce blood pressure (BP) as much as 5.6/2.8 mm Hg.
Does magnesium interact with any medications? ›
Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs) interacts with MAGNESIUM. Magnesium might slow blood clotting. Taking magnesium along with medications that also slow clotting might increase the chances of bruising and bleeding.
What drugs should not be taken with magnesium oxide? ›
Serious interactions of magnesium oxide include:
- atazanavir.
- demeclocycline.
- dolutegravir.
- doxycycline.
- eltrombopag.
- lymecycline.
- minocycline.
- oxytetracycline.
Common side effects or health problems may include: Nausea. Vomiting. Rebound hyperacidity.
Why is magnesium given with aluminum hydroxide? ›
A mixture of the two hydroxides is recommended because magnesium hydroxide raises the gastric pH higher and faster than aluminum hydroxide, which has a longer duration of action. 2. If a large volume has been ingested, then gastric lavage with Maalox may be an option (ASPCA, 2006).
