Generic name: Magnesium chloride (injection)
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Chloromag?
Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body, especially the muscles and nerves.
Magnesium chloride is used to treat or prevent magnesium deficiency (lack of natural magnesium in the body).
Magnesium chloride may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not be treated with magnesium chloride if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
- kidney disease; or
- severe heart disease.
Before you receive magnesium chloride, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies, and if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
How should I use Chloromag
Use Chloromag (Injectable) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Your doctor may check your kidney function before you start using this medicine.
Magnesium chloride is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
You may be given other medications to help prevent serious side effects or allergic reaction.
Your breathing and blood pressure will be watched closely during and after each injection.
You may need frequent medical tests. Even if you have no symptoms, tests can help your doctor determine if this medicine is effective.
Because you will receive magnesium chloride in a clinical setting, you are not likely to miss a dose.
Chloromag side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; severe dizziness, difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Tell your caregivers right away if you have:
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- warmth, sweating, or feeling cold;
- weak or shallow breathing; or
- tingly feeling.
Common side effects may include:
- redness in your face or neck.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Chloromag?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.