MAGNESIUM DI CITRATE
Magnesium Citrate
CAS: 3344-18-1
Molecular Formula: C12H10Mg3O14
MAGNESIUM DI CITRATE - Names and Identifiers
MAGNESIUM DI CITRATE - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C12H10Mg3O14 |
| Molar Mass | 451.11 |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water. |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol (96 per cent). It dissolves in dilute hydrochloric acid. |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Merck | 14,5663 |
| Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
MAGNESIUM DI CITRATE - Risk and Safety
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
| Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
| RTECS | TZ8552900 |
| TSCA | Yes |
MAGNESIUM DI CITRATE - Reference Information
| uses | additives in pharmaceutical, food and daily chemical products. used in pharmaceutical industry |
| overview | magnesium citrate is also called trimagnesium dicitrate. it is white or yellowish powder, non-toxic and non-corrosive, and is formed by magnesium carbonate and citric acid. Its magnesium content is as high as 11%, and the magnesium contained in it is easily absorbed by the human body, so it is a very important source of magnesium nutrition supplement. |
| saline laxative | The most common medical use of magnesium citrate is as a saline laxative. Before any surgery, the patient will be provided with magnesium citrate to facilitate emptying of the intestines. This is because it has a tendency to absorb tissue water. After being injected into the intestine, it can absorb a lot of water and expel it from the body. In fact, it can also treat constipation and colon cancer, or diseases related to rectal cancer. In addition, magnesium citrate has the effect of preventing kidney stones. |
| side effects | moderate administration of magnesium citrate will not cause any harm to the human body. But overdose can have some side effects. The maximum dose allowed for an adult day is 25mg. Children under 6 years of age are not suitable for this chemical. But it is safe for the elderly to take it in moderation. Common side effects include: 1, excessive intake is likely to cause severe diarrhea, dizziness, headache and sore throat, and skin rash. Sometimes it can also cause intestinal blockage. 2, taking with other drugs usually does not produce adverse reactions. But for the sake of caution, it is best to spend more than two hours between the consumption of magnesium citrate and any other drugs. 3, constipation will exert intestinal pressure and may damage the stomach. The pain caused by constipation is often worsened by the intake of magnesium citrate, because it forces excrement through the intestines. 4. Constipation patients should not take magnesium citrate for a long time, because it is easy to destroy the natural metabolic capacity of defecation, and it is easy to cause difficulty in defecation without laxatives. 5. Pregnant women and lactating mothers should avoid the use of magnesium citrate drugs because it can enter the embryo or pass through breast milk babies. 6. Patients with kidney disease, heart disease or a history of anal cracks are not suitable for this chemical drug. The side effects of magnesium citrate are usually not life-threatening. Eating on an empty stomach and taking it with water and juice will achieve the best results, because sufficient water can prevent any form of complications. |
Last Update：2024-04-09 02:00:04
