Medicine Citro-Mag | Teva | 300 mL

💧 Convenient liquid formula for bowel preparation.

Citro-Mag is used as a laxative or purgative, for preparation of the colon for X-ray examination, or to treat constipation

Features

• Saline laxative for bowel evacuation

• Liquid oral formulation

• 300 mL bottle

• Used for bowel preparation before certain medical procedures

• Intended for use as directed by a healthcare professional

Advantages

Helps empty the bowel before certain medical procedures, offering a convenient liquid formulation for bowel preparation when used as directed.

Ingredients

Each 300 mL of this oral solution contains: 15 g of magnesium citrate anhydrous. Non-medicinal ingredients: Artificial and natural flavouring, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate and sorbitol.

Direction

 Laxative: 1/2 to 1/4 bottle for adults. Purgative: 1 bottle for adults. For children, dosing is done by body weight: 12.5 kg: 60 mL 25 kg: 100 mL 30 kg: 150 mL 35 kg: 200 mL Serve Citro-Mag cool for best taste. Drink one full glass of water (250 mL) every hour for 4-6 hours before and 3 hours after using Citro-Mag.

Caution

Medical conditions: People on a low-sodium diet and those with poor kidney function should not use this product unless directed by a doctor. Side effects: Citro-Mag may cause abdominal cramping or nausea. If you notice rectal bleeding, or if the product does not seem to work, this may be a sign of a more serious condition. Consult your doctor. Proper use: Use only as directed. Excessive or long-term use may cause dependence for bowel function. Do not take any type of laxative for more than one week, unless directed by your physician. Do not use as a purgative unless directed to do so by your doctor. Drug interactions: Do not take Citro-Mag within 2 hours of other medications as it may reduce their effectiveness. Magnesium salts may form complexes with tetracycline, leading to decreased absorption.