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Magzent Tablets

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride›5mg / 1 tabletMagnesium Lactate Hydrate›470mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
코스맥스파마(주)
Appearance
Yellow oblong enteric-coated film-coated tablets
Packaging
100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202401300 · Notified 2024.05.28

Summary

Main use
Improvement of weakness during pregnancy and lactation and magnesium deficiency muscle cramps
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day, taken with meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
코스맥스파마(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of weakness during pregnancy and lactation and magnesium deficiency muscle cramps

  • Weakness during pregnancy
  • lactation
  • illness
  • post-illness
  • magnesium deficiency
  • muscle cramps
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Vitamin B6 is necessary during pregnancy and lactation, as well as when experiencing weakness due to illness or post-illness. It also helps relieve muscle cramps caused by magnesium deficiency. Therefore, vitamin B6 is used to maintain health and alleviate symptoms in these situations.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day, taken with meals.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this drug or any of its components. Additionally, infants under 12 months of age and patients with severe renal impairment should not take this medication. Since this medication contains lactose, individuals with genetic lactose intolerance should avoid it. While taking this medication, it is advisable not to use phosphate, calcium salt preparations, oral tetracycline antibiotics, antacids, and drugs like levodopa. Patients receiving treatment from a physician, those with heart and circulatory system diseases, individuals with kidney disorders, people with low protein levels, and pregnant women should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as red spots, diarrhea, abnormal heartbeats, or central nervous system dysfunction appear while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult with a professional. Also, caution is needed as prolonged high-dose use of pyridoxine, the main ingredient of this medication, may lead to nerve damage. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, edema, and heart problems may occur, so caution is advised, especially when taken with certain diuretics as it may increase blood potassium levels. It is important to strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage. It is also recommended to avoid consuming tannin-containing teas like green tea or black tea before and after taking this medication. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, protected from direct sunlight, and kept tightly sealed in a cool, dry place. Additionally, transferring the medication to other containers should be avoided to maintain its quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Cardiac arrest (heart rhythm failure), central nervous system dysfunction

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal symptoms, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, edema, sensory neuropathy or neurological symptoms, red spots, diarrhea

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Doing so will help preserve the efficacy of the medication over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow oblong enteric-coated film-coated tablets

Package unit

100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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