Question 1

can i use milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) for primer despite of i once had kidney stone problem?

Accepted Answer

Sure: This has nothing to do with kidney stones. Most stones are calcium-based and even then, the problem usually isn't so much excess calcium as insufficient water intake. I'm sorry you ended up with acne scars -- today this is 100% preventable. Truth be told, my hope is that as you approach adulthood, you have greater access to and a better relationship with a personal physician. Best wishes.

Question 2

very constipated and pregnant. is milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) bad for you if you take it very day? can it harm the baby in any way?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Milk of magnesia isn't my first choice for constipation in pregnancy.  I used it a couple of times, but excess use can cause harm to you and baby.  Better is MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) or generic equivalent in pregnancy.  It's not absorbed by body and isn't as harsh as milk of magnesia can be.  Make sure to drink enough water (make your pee clear colored).  Milk of magnesia a couple of times won't harm you or baby t.

Question 3

milk o magnesium side effeects?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: In the setting of kidney disease, milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) can lead to dangerously elevated magnesium levels. If you have no kidney disease, the most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.

Question 4

my magnesium is low at 0.68mmol/l ive bought magnesium citrate which delivers 200mg elemental magnesium is this safe with healthy normal kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however: Magnesium is VERY safe for everyone with healthy kidneys.The only side effect from too much would be loose stools.With levels that low I advise trying 200 mg 2x/day.
Increase dietary magnesium (dark leafy greens,seeds,beans- see https://tinyurl.com/5ppada)
Mag citrate is OK but Mag Taurate,Glycinate and ReMag are even better;try adding to citrate.
see https://drcarolyndean.com/magnesium_miracle/

Question 5

can too much magnesium glycinate chelate be absorbed in the body (with high doses) and cause permanent damage? or do good kidneys filter it all out?

Accepted Answer

Likely filtered out: High dose magnesium can cause muscle weakness / fatigue / lethargy, but with good hydration, the kidneys will filter and excrete the excess over time. Use all medications / treatments according to dr's recommendations. Call poison center for specific advice and recommendations if concerned.

Question 6

chicken soup with spoonful of milk of magnesium mixed in it for a cold? never heard of anyone doing that before. how safe/unsafe is it? what to expect

Accepted Answer

Not FDA approved: but really won't do anything bad to you if you have kidneys. (not recommended for dialysis patients). Slight (very slight) effect to loosen stools from the magnesia. The fluids are helpful in colds as is the warmth. Mainly, its going to RUIN the taste of the soup, so I wouldn't do it. The soup is the main benefit.

Question 7

what is safer for kids maalox or milk of magnesium?

Accepted Answer

Maalox: Maalox is less likely to cause diarrhea.

Question 8

why would my magnesium be 0.68mmol/l if i have healthy kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium: Your level is borderline low and should be repeated along with serum calcium level. If you're not taking diuretics,losing body fluids,have elevated calcium level,or have hyperthyroidism or if you're not taking medications like ppi's I predict your repeat magnesium level will be normal. Discuss this with your physician.

Question 9

can magnesium capsules remove sands in the kidney because it was prescribed to me after my kidney bladder utrasound..

Accepted Answer

Prevent, not remove: There are a few studies that show magnesium supplementation along with B6 or just magnesium can reduce the formation of kidney stones by 90% or so. However I am not aware of anything that suggests magnesium supplementation will dissolve kidney stones that all are already there. Hopefully they will leave quietly. :) Good health

Question 10

getting ivp in monday. lost my instructions.  i know i need to drink milk if magnesium at 4 the day before. how much do i drink?

Accepted Answer

One of many preps: Contact practice performing test for exact preparation.

Usual preparation for IVP.
 One (1) day prior to your x-ray examination at 4pm, take two 5mg Dulcolax tablets. 
• One (1) day prior to your x-ray examination at 6pm, take 2 tbsp Milk of Magnesia (magnesium hydroxide).

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Can i use milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) for primer despite of i once had kidney stone problem?

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Very constipated and pregnant. is milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) bad for you if you take it very day? can it harm the baby in any way?

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Milk o magnesium side effeects?

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My magnesium is low at 0.68mmol/l ive bought magnesium citrate which delivers 200mg elemental magnesium is this safe with healthy normal kidneys?

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Can too much magnesium glycinate chelate be absorbed in the body (with high doses) and cause permanent damage? or do good kidneys filter it all out?

A member asked:

Chicken soup with spoonful of milk of magnesium mixed in it for a cold? never heard of anyone doing that before. how safe/unsafe is it? what to expect

A member asked:

What is safer for kids maalox or milk of magnesium?

A member asked:

Why would my magnesium be 0.68mmol/l if i have healthy kidneys?

A member asked:

Can magnesium capsules remove sands in the kidney because it was prescribed to me after my kidney bladder utrasound..

A member asked:

Getting ivp in monday. lost my instructions. i know i need to drink milk if magnesium at 4 the day before. how much do i drink?

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