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Citroma Cherry
Generic name: magnesium citrate
Brand names: Citrate of Magnesia, Citroma Cherry, ColonX, Natrol Mood + Stress, OneLAX Magnesium Citrate, Citroma
What is Citroma Cherry?
Citroma Cherry is used as a supplement to keep enough magnesium in the body.
Citroma Cherry is also used as a laxative to help with occasional constipation.
Citroma Cherry may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.
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How should I take Citroma Cherry?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Take with a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid with each dose.
Shake the liquid medicine. Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.
Taking more than your recommended dose will not make this medicine more effective, and may cause serious side effects.
When used for constipation, call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if the medicine produces no results. Not having a bowel movement after using a laxative may be a sign of a condition more serious than occasional constipation.
Store at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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Warnings
Follow all directions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed. Inform your healthcare provider if you are using other medicines, have other medical conditions, or have allergies.
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Before taking this medicine
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Citroma Cherry is safe to use if you have or have ever had:
- a sudden change in bowel habits that has lasted longer than 2 weeks;
- stomach pain, nausea, vomiting;
- trouble swallowing;
- if you are on a low-magnesium, low-sodium, or low-potassium diet; or
- kidney disease.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not allow a young child to use Citroma Cherry without help from an adult.
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Citroma Cherry side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Citroma Cherry may cause serious side effects. Stop using Citroma Cherry and call your doctor right away if you experience:
- pain with bowel movements, rectal bleeding;
- watery diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain;
- painful or difficult urination;
- flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
- a light-headed feeling, like you might faint;
- weak or shallow breathing, slow heartbeats; or
- muscle weakness, increased thirst.
Common side effects of Citroma Cherry may include:
- loose stools, diarrhea, stomach cramps;
- upset stomach;
- dizziness; or
- increased sweating.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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What happens if I miss a dose?
Citroma Cherry is used as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not use two doses at the same time.
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What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Do not take any other medicines within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take Citroma Cherry. Laxatives can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter medicines that may have ingredients similar to Citroma Cherry.
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What other drugs will affect Citroma Cherry?
Other drugs may affect Citroma Cherry, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.
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