Maox

Maox Ingredients: Magnesium Oxide
Representative Names: Mag-Ox, Maox, Uro-Mag

What is Maox ?
Maox can be given as a dietary supplement to prevent or correct low blood magnesium caused by malnutrition or certain diseases. Magnesium salts can also be taken to relieve constipation or to cleanse the bowel before medical procedures.

What should my health care professional know before I take Maox ?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•dehydration
•heart disease
•kidney disease
•stomach blockage

How should I take Maox ?
Directions for taking the capsules or tablets:
Magnesium capsules and tablets are taken by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the label. Take your doses at regular intervals only if you are treating a mineral deficiency. Otherwise only take as needed. Do not take more often than prescribed.

Directions for taking the oral solution:
Add the prescribed dose to a full glass of water (at least 8 oz). Drink the solution at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Follow the directions on the label. Take your doses at regular intervals only if you are treating a mineral deficiency. Otherwise only take as needed. Do not take more often than prescribed.

What if I miss a Maox dose ?
If you are taking Maox on a regular basis and miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What drug(s) may interact with Maox ?
•barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)
•certain antibiotics
•ethanol
•medicines for anxiety or sleeping problems, such as diazepam or temazepam
•medicines for hay fever and other allergies
•medicines for heart problems
•medicines for mental depression
•medicines for mental problems or psychotic disturbances
•medicines for pain
•other magnesium-containing antacids, laxatives or supplements
•water pills

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What side effects may I notice from taking Maox ?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Rare:
•flushing
•lightheadedness or fainting spells
•low body temperature
•slow or difficult breathing
•slow reflexes
•sweating
•unusual tiredness or weakness

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•diarrhea

What should I watch for while taking Maox ?
Do not use Maox as a laxative for more than one week without consulting your prescriber or health care professional. Laxative products should only be taken as single and infrequent doses. Continued use can lead to problems with the amounts of water and salts in your blood. Continued constipation may indicate a more serious problem needing medical attention.

Take Maox with plenty of water to improve the laxative effect and prevent dehydration.

Where can I keep Maox ?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.