Magnesium Oxide (Magnesium Oxide) is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves.Magnesium oxide is used as a supplement to maintain adequate magnesium in the body.Magnesium oxide is also used as an antacid to treat indigestion, or as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation.
Magnesium Oxide
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Magnesium oxide may cause serious side effects. Stop using magnesium oxide and call your doctor at once if you have:
- rectal bleeding;
- coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
- bloody or tarry stools; or
- no bowel movement after using magnesium oxide as a laxative.
Common side effects of magnesium oxide may include:
- diarrhea
- upset stomach.