The Instrumentation Center

Magnesium

Contributor: UToledo Student National Pharmaceutical Association

About the Display: This display box contains:

• Mg ribbons - it is one of the first elements we come across while in chemistry lab
• Magnesium Citrate Oral Solution is a saline laxative. It is used for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity). It generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours. 
  
• MagOx is an antacid used to help cure heartburn.
• Magnesium supplements help in maintaining a person’s magnesium levels and can be used to prevent migraine headaches. 
• Pure Magnesium Metal

Magnesium is an important element for the proper functioning of the body's muscles and nerves. Deficiency of magnesium can lead to a wide range of adverse effects. As pharmacy students and future pharmacists, it is our responsibility to keep an eye on a patient's magnesium levels and dose magnesium containing products appropriately.

About the Contributor: Akshith Dass is President of the University of Toledo chapter of The Student National Pharmaceutical Association and coordinated the donation to the display on behalf of the organization.

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