MAGNESIOCARD 2.5 mmol film-coated tablets, 100 pcs

Information about Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol film-coated tablets

Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol is a mineral preparation that is used to treat magnesium deficiency states that require therapy.These conditions do not require an injection or infusion.The preparation is used in particular in cases of proven magnesium deficiency if this is the cause of disorders of muscle activity, such as neuromuscular disorders or leg cramps.

No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The active ingredient in Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol is magnesium aspartate hydrochloride.Each film-coated tablet contains 614.8 mg magnesium aspartate hydrochloride 3 H2O, which corresponds to a magnesium content of 2.5 mmol (60.8 mg).The other ingredients include potato starch, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer (1:1), talc, dimeticone and triethyl citrate.Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol does not contain gluten or lactose.

Areas of application

Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol is used to treat magnesium deficiency conditions that do not require injection or infusion.It is particularly effective in cases of proven magnesium deficiency causing neuromuscular disorders or leg cramps.

Dosage and application

The dosage of Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol depends on the extent of the magnesium deficiency and is determined by the doctor.The recommended average daily dose is 0.185 mmol magnesium (4.5 mg) per kg of body weight.In chronic and severe acute magnesium deficiency conditions, the daily dose can be increased to 0.37 mmol magnesium (9 mg) per kg body weight.

The usual dosage for adults and adolescents aged 15 and over is 2 film-coated tablets 1 to 3 times a day.Children aged 4-14 should take 2 film-coated tablets once or twice a day.The film-coated tablets should be swallowed whole with sufficient liquid, preferably a glass of drinking water.It is recommended to take the tablets before meals to improve absorption into the bloodstream.

Contraindications

Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol must not be taken if you are hypersensitive to magnesium aspartate hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients.The preparation should also not be used in cases of severe kidney dysfunction with inhibition of excretion, a lack of fluid in the body or a tendency to infectious stones (calcium-magnesium-ammonium phosphate stones).Children under 4 years of age should only take the medicine after consulting a doctor.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.Occasionally, loose stools may occur, which are harmless.If diarrhea is disruptive, the daily dose should be reduced.Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if any of the side effects listed seriously affects you or if you notice any side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

Storage

Keep medicines out of the reach of children.Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol must not be used after the expiry date stated on the folding box and blister pack.The medicine should not be stored above 25°C.

More information

Magnesiocard 2.5 mmol is available in packs of 50, 100, 200 and 1000 film-coated tablets.Further information can be found in the package leaflet.