Drug Name |
Magnesium oxide |
Drug ID |
BADD_D02442 |
Description |
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. |
Indications and Usage |
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. |
Marketing Status |
approved |
ATC Code |
A02AA02; A06AD02; A12CC10 |
DrugBank ID |
DB01377
|
KEGG ID |
D01167
|
MeSH ID |
D008277
|
PubChem ID |
14792
|
TTD Drug ID |
Not Available
|
NDC Product Code |
12784-437; 50917-857; 54738-973; 69367-298; 0603-0213; 54738-974; 71610-172; 71610-182; 0603-0209; 83335-001; 10135-721; 24689-132; 50917-887; 58657-120; 63629-1126; 50917-837; 63629-2217; 63629-9420; 68210-4171; 71335-1960; 50917-867; 50917-877; 55570-280 |
UNII |
3A3U0GI71G
|
Synonyms |
Magnesium Oxide | Oxide, Magnesium | Magnesia |