Optimum Magnesium Gluconate

Magnesium is a mineral that occurs naturally. It is important for many functions in the body, especially for muscles and nerves.

Optimum Magnesium Gluconate is used as a supplement to keep enough magnesium in the body.

Optimum Magnesium Gluconate may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

To help your body absorb Optimum Magnesium Gluconate better, take the medication with a meal or just after eating.

Take the Optimum Magnesium Gluconate tablet with a full glass of water.

Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are using.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take Optimum Magnesium Gluconate if you have other medical conditions, especially:

• kidney disease; or
• if you have any allergies.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Optimum Magnesium Gluconate may cause serious side effects. Stop using Optimum Magnesium Gluconate and call your doctor right away if you have:

• confusion, severe drowsiness, feeling like you might faint;
• severe nausea or vomiting;
• muscle weakness; or
• slow heart rate.

Common side effects of Optimum Magnesium Gluconate may include:

• diarrhea;
• bloating gas; or
• upset stomach.

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 FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of magnesium can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include slowed breathing, loss of consciousness, or coma.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking an antacid, a laxative, or any vitamin or mineral supplement. Many of these products contain magnesium. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of this mineral.

Optimum Magnesium Gluconate can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines taken by mouth. This may reduce the effectiveness of certain medicines when taken at the same time. Ask your doctor how long you should wait between doses of Optimum Magnesium Gluconate and any of the following medicines:

• antibiotics;
• medicine to treat Paget's disease of bone;
• osteoporosis medication; or
• thyroid medication.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Optimum Magnesium Gluconate if you are also using any of the following drugs:

• cellulose sodium phosphate;
• digoxin; or
• sodium polystyrene sulfonate.

These lists are not complete. Other drugs may interact with magnesium gluconate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.