Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium

Calcium and magnesium are minerals that occur naturally. Calcium is important for building and keeping bones strong. Magnesium helps keep muscles working well and supports a normal heart rhythm.

Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium is a combination medicine used as a supplement. It is taken when your diet does not provide enough calcium and magnesium, or when these minerals are lost through sweating.

Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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 taking.

You should not use Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium if you have ever had an allergic reaction to an antacid or vitamin/mineral supplement that contains calcium carbonate or magnesium chloride.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

• kidney disease;
• a history of kidney stones;
• heart disease; or
• a blockage in your intestines.

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

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

Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium may cause serious side effects. Stop using Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium and call your doctor right away if you experience:

• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, increased thirst or urination;
• muscle pain or weakness, joint pain;
• confusion, feeling tired or restless; or
• slow heart rate, drowsiness, feeling light-headed.

Common side effects of Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium may include:

• diarrhea;
• constipation; 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 can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium is used as needed, you may not have a regular dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Avoid taking other medicines at the same time you take Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium.

Calcium carbonate can make it harder for your body to absorb some medicines, which can reduce their effectiveness. If you are taking other medicines, take your Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium dose 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking the other medicine.

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

• an antibiotic;
• heart or blood pressure medicine; or
• medicine to treat osteoporosis or Paget's disease of bone--Actonel, Boniva, Fosamax, Reclast, Zometa, and others.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Slow Magnesium Chloride with Calcium, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.