MAGNETRANS forte 150 mg hard capsules, 50 pcs

Instructions for use for MAGNETRANS forte 150 mg hard capsules, 50 pcs

Magnetrans forte 150 mg hard capsules contain the active ingredient heavy magnesium oxide and are used to treat magnesium deficiency when this is the cause of muscle activity disorders such as neuromuscular disorders and calf cramps. Certain precautions should be taken before taking Magnetrans forte. The medicinal product should not be taken if there is an allergy to magnesium oxide or any of the other ingredients, if there is severe kidney dysfunction, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), a tendency to certain kidney stones, an excitation conduction disorder between the atrium and the ventricle of the heart, or significant water and salt losses. In cases of mild to moderate renal dysfunction or a tendency to form infected kidney stones during a urinary tract infection, the medicine should only be taken with special caution and after consulting a doctor. When using Magnetrans forte at the same time as other medicinal products, possible interactions should be taken into account. Magnetrans forte should not be taken at the same time as iron, fluorides or certain antibiotics as this may interfere with absorption in the intestines. Certain antimalarial drugs, cardiac arrhythmia medicines, antibiotics and rheumatism medicines may also affect the absorption of magnesium. When magnesium and certain antibiotics are used at the same time, muscle function may deteriorate. Magnetrans forte may also increase the effect of certain anaesthetics. The use of Magnetrans forte during pregnancy and lactation is usually safe. There have been no reports of adverse effects in pregnant women or during breast-feeding. The recommended dose of Magnetrans forte for adolescents and adults is 1 capsule in the morning and 1 in the evening. The capsule should be taken with liquid. There is no time limit for use, but serum magnesium levels should be checked regularly, especially if kidney function is impaired. Possible side effects of Magnetrans forte are soft stools, gastrointestinal complaints, diarrhoea and fatigue. If side effects occur, treatment should be temporarily interrupted. Magnetrans forte contains heavy magnesium oxide as the active substance and other excipients. It is available as a caramel-coloured, opaque capsule. The general instructions on dosage, use, contraindications and side effects apply. A doctor or pharmacist should be consulted if there are any further questions. Source: Package leaflet Magnetrans forte 150 mg hard capsules, as at: September 2019