Gefomag

Gefomag chewable tablets is an essential mineral which is important in many activities within the body, especially nerve and muscle function. Gefomag chewable tablets is given to supplement magnesium levels when the level of magnesium in the body is too low.

The amount of Magnesium Chewable Tablets that you will be prescribed will depend on your particular condition and needs.

Adults, including the elderly

: The usual dose is 1-2 tablets three times a day. Your doctor may decide to monitor your magnesium at regular intervals. Patients with poor kidney function may need to be monitored at regular intervals and dose adjusted.

Children

: Magnesium Chewable Tablets should only be used if a doctor has decided that the benefit of treatment outweigh any potential risk. Children need to be monitored regularly and have their dose adjusted.

Children below 4 years

: Not recommended as there is insufficient information regarding the use of Magnesium Chewable Tablets in this age group.

Children (4 to 12 years)

: 1 tablet twice per day.

Children (12 to 18 years)

: 1 tablet three times a day.

Tell your doctor or healthcare professional immediately if you have any of the following symptoms:

• flushing, thirst, feeling sick, being sick
• drowsiness, confusion
• muscle weakness

low blood pressure (you may feel faint when standing from a seated or lying position), abnormal heart beats

breathing problems.

If any of the side effects get serious please tell your doctor or healthcare professional.

The effectiveness and safety of Magnesium Chewable Tablets has not been properly studied in pregnant women although magnesium salts are routinely used to treat preeclampsia (a rise in blood pressure, and protein in the urine during pregnancy). Magnesium Chewable Tablets should only be used in pregnancy if your doctor has decided that the benefits of treatment outweigh any potential risks. Magnesium Chewable Tablets can be used during breast-feeding. Based on long-term experience, no effects from magnesium on male and female fertility are expected.

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.