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Magnesii Lactici Medicamenta

Active Ingredient:
Magnesium Lactate Dihydrate
Origin:
EU

Magnesii Lactici Medicamenta (Magnesium Lactate Dihydrate)

Magnesium lactate dihydrate, the active ingredient in Magnesii Lactici Medicamenta, is a magnesium supplement presented as an oral formulation for oral use. It helps correct magnesium deficiency and supports normal neuromuscular and electrolyte function in adults. It is commonly used in clinical practice to maintain adequate magnesium levels during periods of increased physiological demand.

GNH India supplies Magnesii Lactici Medicamenta as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide. The company adheres to stringent quality standards and provides reliable distribution to healthcare facilities across multiple regions.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals S.R.O.

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Magnesium lactate dihydrate is employed to manage conditions related to low magnesium and electrolyte disturbances.

  • Magnesium deficiency: restores normal magnesium concentrations, supporting enzymatic reactions and neuromuscular stability.
  • Muscle cramps: alleviates involuntary contractions by improving electrolyte balance in skeletal muscle.
  • Electrolyte imbalance: contributes to overall electrolyte homeostasis, helping prevent secondary complications.

How It Works

  • After oral ingestion, magnesium lactate dihydrate dissociates, releasing magnesium ions that are absorbed primarily in the small intestine. The liberated Mg2+ acts as a cofactor for numerous enzymes involved in ATP synthesis, DNA replication and protein synthesis, and modulates ion channels to maintain cellular electrolyte equilibrium and neuromuscular excitability. These actions help correct deficits and support normal physiological processes across multiple organ systems.

Side Effects

Magnesium lactate dihydrate may be associated with several adverse reactions, ranging from mild to serious.

Common Side Effects

  • Diarrhea: loose stools may occur, especially with higher doses.
  • Abdominal discomfort: stomach cramps or discomfort.
  • Nausea: feeling of queasiness.
  • Flatulence: increased intestinal gas.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Hypermagnesemia: elevated serum magnesium leading to muscle weakness, respiratory depression.
  • Cardiac arrhythmia: irregular heart rhythm in susceptible individuals.
  • Severe hypotension: marked drop in blood pressure.
  • Allergic reaction: rash, itching, swelling, or anaphylaxis.

Precautions & Warnings

When prescribing magnesium lactate dihydrate, clinicians should consider several safety precautions to minimize risk.

  • Renal impairment: assess kidney function before use, as reduced clearance can increase magnesium levels.
  • Pregnancy and lactation: safety data are limited; use only if potential benefit outweighs risk.
  • Concomitant magnesium products: avoid duplicate therapy to prevent excess magnesium.
  • Gastrointestinal disorders: monitor patients with chronic diarrhea or malabsorption.
  • Drug interactions: review concomitant medications that may affect magnesium absorption or action.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep in original container, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Magnesium lactate dihydrate can affect the pharmacokinetics or pharmacodynamics of several medicines.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Aminoglycoside antibiotics: may potentiate neuromuscular blockade, increasing risk of respiratory failure.
  • Bisphosphonates: magnesium reduces oral absorption, diminishing therapeutic effect.
  • Digoxin: elevated magnesium can enhance digoxin toxicity.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Loop and thiazide diuretics: may increase urinary magnesium loss, requiring dose adjustment.
  • Proton pump inhibitors: long‑term use can lower magnesium levels, necessitating monitoring.
  • Oral contraceptives: may increase magnesium requirement, potentially affecting efficacy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnesii Lactici Medicamenta contains magnesium lactate dihydrate, an oral magnesium supplement used to correct magnesium deficiency, relieve muscle cramps, and support overall electrolyte balance in adults.

After ingestion, the compound releases magnesium ions that act as essential cofactors for many enzymatic reactions, help regulate ion channels, and maintain normal neuromuscular and electrolyte function throughout the body.

The appropriate dose is individualized by a qualified prescriber based on the patient’s clinical condition, laboratory results, and any concomitant therapies. No fixed regimen is provided here.

Safety data for magnesium lactate dihydrate in pregnancy and lactation are limited. It should only be used when the potential benefit justifies any possible risk, and under medical supervision.

Enquiries are submitted via the product page on gnhindia.com, where you specify the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details and any necessary import documentation.

Magnesium lactate dihydrate provides a highly bioavailable source of magnesium, often better tolerated than some salts that can cause more gastrointestinal upset. It is comparable to other OTC magnesium supplements but may differ in elemental magnesium content and absorption characteristics.

Store the product at ambient temperature, preferably below 25 °C. Keep it in the original packaging, protect from moisture and direct sunlight, and ensure the container is tightly closed to maintain stability.

The product is taken orally, usually with water. It may be taken with or without food, depending on the prescriber’s advice and the patient’s tolerance.

Serious adverse events, although rare, include hypermagnesemia, which can cause muscle weakness, respiratory depression, cardiac arrhythmias, severe hypotension, and allergic reactions such as rash or anaphylaxis. Prompt medical attention is required if these occur.

Patients with severe renal impairment, known hypersensitivity to magnesium salts, or those already receiving high‑dose magnesium therapy should avoid this product unless a healthcare professional determines it is safe.

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