Magnesium oxide
- Generic Name
- Magnesium oxide
- Brand Names
- Clenpiq, Diphen, Pico-salax, Picoflo, Pregvit, Purg-odan
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- MgO
- CAS Number
- 1309-48-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 3A3U0GI71G
- Background
Magnesium oxide is an inorganic compound that occurs in nature as the mineral periclase. In aqueous media combines quickly with water to form magnesium hydroxide. It is used as an antacid and mild laxative and has many nonmedicinal uses.
- Indication
Indicated for over-the-counter use as a supplement for cardiovascular and neuromuscular health, and as an antacid for relief of acid indigestion and upset stomach.
Magnesium oxide, in combination with sodium picosulfate and anhydrous citric acid, is indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults and pediatric patients ages 9 years and older.
- Associated Conditions
- Dyspepsia, Heartburn
- Associated Therapies
- Bowel Preparation for Colonoscopy, Nutritional supplementation
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