Which common component of antacids and laxatives is a suspension of Magnesium hydroxide in water?
"3650 cm. These peaks are attributed to stretching vibrations of the OH groups. Phase 3 has also a peak at 451 cm, attributed to the stretching of Mg–O bonds. Phases 3 and 5 can be prepared by mixing powdered magnesium oxide with a solution of magnesium chloride in water , in molar ratios 3:1:11 and 5:1:13, respectively, at room temperature. This is the common method of preparing Sorel magnesia cement. Magnesium hydroxide can also be used instead of the oxide, with adjusted amount of water. For best results, the magnesium oxide should have small particle size and large surface area."
"replaces the lithium in the complex and has a bromide attached to it. This complex is stable at room temperature. Magnesium bromide Magnesium bromide (MgBr) is a chemical compound of magnesium and bromine that is white and deliquescent. It is often used as a mild sedative and as an anticonvulsant for treatment of nervous disorders. It is water-soluble and somewhat soluble in alcohol. It can be found naturally in small amounts in some minerals such as: bischofite and carnallite, and in sea water, such as that of the Dead Sea. Magnesium bromide can be synthesized by reacting hydrobromic acid with"
"decomposes into magnesium oxide (MgO) and sulfur trioxide (SO). The heptahydrate can be prepared by neutralizing sulfuric acid with magnesium carbonate or oxide, but it is usually obtained directly from natural sources. It is on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, the most important medications needed in a basic health system. Magnesium sulfate is a common mineral pharmaceutical preparation of magnesium, commonly known as Epsom salt, used both externally and internally. Magnesium sulfate is highly water-soluble and solubility is inhibited with lipids typically used in lotions. Lotions often employ the use of emulsions or suspensions to include both oil"
"Magnesium bromide Magnesium bromide (MgBr) is a chemical compound of magnesium and bromine that is white and deliquescent. It is often used as a mild sedative and as an anticonvulsant for treatment of nervous disorders. It is water-soluble and somewhat soluble in alcohol. It can be found naturally in small amounts in some minerals such as: bischofite and carnallite, and in sea water, such as that of the Dead Sea. Magnesium bromide can be synthesized by reacting hydrobromic acid with magnesium oxide and crystallizing the product. It can also be made by reacting magnesium carbonate and hydrobromic acids, and collecting"
"hydrochloride found in the gut, resulting in ion-exchange neutralisation of the acid base into water and/or salt. Some may find certain Maalox medications, such as Maalox Multi-Action, to be a successful anti-diarrhea treatment due to the aluminium hydroxide content, which in normal situations has a tendency to result in constipation. Maalox may also be used to treat nausea and stomach cramps associated with dyspepsia, diarrhea, or constipation. Liquid Maalox contains aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and simethicone. Maalox Regular Strength chewable tablets contain 600 mg of calcium carbonate. Maalox Extra Strength + Anti-Gas tablets contain 1000 mg of calcium carbonate and"
"Magnesium stearate Magnesium stearate is the chemical compound with the formula . It is a soap, consisting of salt containing two equivalents of stearate (the anion of stearic acid) and one magnesium cation (Mg). Magnesium stearate is a white, water-insoluble powder. Its applications exploit its softness, insolubility in many solvents, and low toxicity. It is used as a release agent and as a component or lubricant in the production of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Magnesium stearate is produced by the reaction of sodium stearate with magnesium salts or by treating magnesium oxide with stearic acid. Some nutritional supplements specify that the"
"The concentrations of sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium in blood are similar to those of seawater. Blood also has lower concentrations of essential elements such as iron and zinc. Sports drink is designed to be isotonic and also contains the minerals which are lost in perspiration. Magnesium and calcium ions are common constituents of domestic water and are responsible for permanent and temporary hardness, respectively. They are often found in mineral water. Information obtained on the nature of ions in solution varies with the nature of the experimental method used. Some methods reveal properties of the cation directly, others reveal"
"However, it should always be handled with gloves and safety goggles. If it gets in the eyes, the skin, ingested, or inhaled it will cause irritation in the respective areas: eyes, skin, gastrointestinal system, and lungs. Magnesium acetate Anhydrous magnesium acetate has the chemical formula Mg(CHO) and in its hydrated form, magnesium acetate tetrahydrate, it has the chemical formula Mg(CHCOO) • 4HO. In this compound magnesium has an oxidation state of 2. Magnesium acetate is the magnesium salt of acetic acid. It is deliquescent and upon heating, it decomposes to form magnesium oxide. Magnesium acetate is commonly used as a"
"Side-chain oxidation is the primary means of metabolism involved in the termination of the drug's biological activity. Protein binding is approximately 73% for methohexital. Methohexital is primarily used to induce anesthesia, and is generally provided as a sodium salt (i.e. methohexital sodium). It is only used in hospital or similar settings, under strict supervision. It has been commonly used to induce deep sedation or general anesthesia for surgery and dental procedures. Unlike many other barbiturates, Methohexital actually lowers the seizure threshold, a property that make it particularly useful when anesthesia is provided for a electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). And rapid recovery"
"Maalox Maalox was a brand of antacid owned by Sanofi. Their main product was a flavored liquid containing aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide, which acts to neutralize or reduce stomach acid, for the purpose of relieving the symptoms of indigestion, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and also stomach or duodenal ulcers. In large doses, it can act as a laxative. The trademark is owned by Novartis International AG, and was first produced commercially in 1949. Anachronistically, ‘MAALOX’ is an abbreviation of compositional elements MAgnesium, and ALuminium, as OXides of hydrogen, in an anionic, aqueous hydroxide solution. This reacts with cationic, aqueous"
"Magnesium salicylate Magnesium salicylate is a common analgesic and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat mild to moderate muscular pain. It is also used to treat headaches, general back pain, and certain joint pains like arthritis. It is found in a variety of over-the-counter (OTC) medications, most notably the brand of such medication called ""Doan's Pills,"" as an anti-inflammatory, primarily for back-pain relief. Magnesium salicylate can be an effective OTC alternative to prescription NSAIDs, with both anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. While magnesium salicylate is an alternative for pain relief, it still is an NSAID like others in its category"
"acid. Although inefficient, this method does not require the use of any strong acid. It is also occasionally used as a desiccant. Magnesium nitrate Magnesium nitrate refers to inorganic compounds with the formula Mg(NO)(HO), where x = 6, 2, and 0. All are white solids. The anhydrous material is hygroscopic, quickly forming the hexahydrate upon standing in air. All of the salts are very soluble in both water and ethanol. Being highly water soluble, magnesium nitrate occurs naturally only in mines and caverns as ""nitromagnesite"" (hexahydrate form). The magnesium nitrate used in commerce is made by the reaction of nitric"
"use of lactic acid’s conjugate base known as lactate in Lactated Ringer's solution and Hartmann's solution. Lactic acid has the formula and its conjugate base is used in intravenous fluids that consist of sodium and potassium cations along with lactate and chloride anions in solution with distilled water. These fluids are commonly isotonic in relation to human blood and are commonly used for spiking up the fluid level in a system after severe blood loss due to trauma, surgery, or burn injury. Tabulated below are several examples of acids and their conjugate bases; notice how they differ by just one"
"heartburn and sour stomach, as an antacid, magnesium supplement, and as a short-term laxative. It is also used to improve symptoms of indigestion. Side effects of magnesium oxide may include nausea and cramping. In quantities sufficient to obtain a laxative effect, side effects of long-term use include enteroliths resulting in bowel obstruction. Inhalation of magnesium oxide fumes can cause metal fume fever. Magnesium oxide Magnesium oxide (MgO), or magnesia, is a white hygroscopic solid mineral that occurs naturally as periclase and is a source of magnesium (see also oxide). It has an empirical formula of and consists of a lattice"
"in 2007 was consumed in the United States. Several common imprints for hydrocodone are M365, M366, M367. Hydrocodone is used to treat moderate to severe pain, although it is often prescribed to treat mild pain as well. In liquid formulations, it is used as an antitussive to treat cough. In one study comparing the potency of hydrocodone to that of oxycodone, it was found that it took 50% more hydrocodone to achieve the same degree of miosis (pupillary contraction). The investigators interpreted this to mean that oxycodone is about 50% more potent than hydrocodone. However, in a study of emergency"
"Magnesium oxychloride Magnesium oxychloride is the traditional term for several chemical compounds of magnesium, chlorine, oxygen, and hydrogen whose general formula ""x""·""y""·""z"", for various values of ""x"", ""y"", and ""z""; or, equivalently, . Other names for this class are magnesium chloride hydroxide, magnesium hydroxychloride, and basic magnesium chloride. Some of these compounds are major components of Sorel cement. The ternary diagram of the system // has the following well-defined and stable phases: Phase 3 and phase 5 may exist at ambient temperature, whereas the phase 2 and phase 9 are stable only at temperatures above 100 °C. All these compounds"
"processes. In the creation of pressed candies, magnesium stearate acts as a release agent and it is used to bind sugar in hard candies such as mints. Magnesium stearate is a common ingredient in baby formulas. Magnesium stearate is a major component of ""bathtub rings."" When produced by soap and hard water, magnesium stearate and calcium stearate both form a white solid insoluble in water, and are collectively known as ""soap scum."" Magnesium stearate is generally considered safe for human consumption at levels below 2500 mg/kg per day and is classified in the United States as generally recognized as safe"
"Antacid An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach. Antacids are available over the counter and are taken by mouth to quickly relieve occasional heartburn, the major symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease and also indigestion. Treatment with antacids alone is symptomatic and only justified for minor symptoms. Antacids are distinct from acid-reducing drugs like H-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors and they do not kill the bacteria ""Helicobacter pylori"", which causes most ulcers. Non-particulate antacids (sodium citrate, magnesium trisilicate) increase gastric pH with little or no effect on"
"Magnesium oxalate Magnesium oxalate is an inorganic compound comprising a magnesium cation with a 2+ charge bonded to an oxalate anion. It has the chemical formula MgCO. Magnesium oxalate is a white solid that comes in two forms: an anhydrous form and a dihydrate form where two water molecules are complexed with the structure. Both forms are practically insoluble in water and are insoluble in organic solutions. Some oxalates can be found in nature and the most known naturally occurring oxalates are whewellite and weddellite, which are calcium oxalates. Magnesium oxalate has been found naturally near Mill of Johnston which"
"anhydrous magnesium chloride with powdered magnesium oxide. Magnesium oxychloride Magnesium oxychloride is the traditional term for several chemical compounds of magnesium, chlorine, oxygen, and hydrogen whose general formula ""x""·""y""·""z"", for various values of ""x"", ""y"", and ""z""; or, equivalently, . Other names for this class are magnesium chloride hydroxide, magnesium hydroxychloride, and basic magnesium chloride. Some of these compounds are major components of Sorel cement. The ternary diagram of the system // has the following well-defined and stable phases: Phase 3 and phase 5 may exist at ambient temperature, whereas the phase 2 and phase 9 are stable only at"
"Hydroxide Hydroxide is a diatomic anion with chemical formula OH. It consists of an oxygen and hydrogen atom held together by a covalent bond, and carries a negative electric charge. It is an important but usually minor constituent of water. It functions as a base, a ligand, a nucleophile, and a catalyst. The hydroxide ion forms salts, some of which dissociate in aqueous solution, liberating solvated hydroxide ions. Sodium hydroxide is a multi-million-ton per annum commodity chemical. A hydroxide attached to a strongly electropositive center may itself ionize, liberating a hydrogen cation (H), making the parent compound an acid. The"
"human trial. However, said study mentions as part of its limitations the fact that all of the participants suffered anxiety and sleep disorders together with cognitive impairment. This suggests that the results could be attributed simply to a replenishment of depleted elemental magnesium in the body. Also, three authors of the paper have significant conflicts of interest. Intravenous or intramuscular magnesium is generally in the form of magnesium sulfate solution. Intravenous or intramuscular magnesium is completely bioavailable, and effective. It is used in severe hypomagnesemia and eclampsia. Magnesium (medical use) Magnesium salts are available as a medication in a number"
"in minimal impact on treated water pH when compared to other aluminium and iron salts. Aluminium chlorohydrate is one of the most common active ingredients in commercial antiperspirants. The variation most commonly used in deodorants and antiperspirants is AlCl(OH). Aluminium chlorohydrate is also used as a coagulant in water and wastewater treatment processes to remove dissolved organic matter and colloidal particles present in suspension. The Food and Drug Administration considers the use of aluminium chlorohydrate in antiperspirants to be safe and it is permitted in concentrations up to 25%. Studies have found only a negligible association between exposure to and"
"and hydromagnesite. It decomposes at about , absorbing a considerable amount of heat in the process and giving off water vapour. In addition to behaving as a fire retardant, it is very effective as a smoke suppressant in a wide range of polymers, most especially in polyesters, acrylics, ethylene vinyl acetate, epoxies, PVC and rubber. Under the generic name ""algeldrate"", aluminium hydroxide is used as an antacid in humans and animals (mainly cats and dogs). It is preferred over other alternatives such as sodium bicarbonate because Al(OH), being insoluble, does not increase the pH of stomach above 7 and hence,"
"onto paved roads. Calcium chloride damages concrete twice as fast as magnesium chloride. Magnesium chloride is used in nutraceutical and pharmaceutical preparations. Magnesium chloride (E511) is an important coagulant used in the preparation of tofu from soy milk. In Japan it is sold as ""nigari"" (, derived from the Japanese word for ""bitter""), a white powder produced from seawater after the sodium chloride has been removed, and the water evaporated. In China, it is called ""lushui"" (卤水). ""Nigari"" or ""lushui"" consists mostly of magnesium chloride, with some magnesium sulfate and other trace elements. It is also an ingredient in baby"
"hydroxide), as well as mineral oil (a lubricant laxative), are also commonly used for OIC. If laxatives are insufficiently effective (which is often the case), opioid formulations or regimens that include a peripherally-selective opioid antagonist, such as methylnaltrexone bromide, naloxegol, alvimopan, or naloxone (as in oxycodone/naloxone), may be tried. A 2008 Cochrane review found that the evidence was tentative for alvimopan, naloxone, or methylnaltrexone bromide. Respiratory depression is the most serious adverse reaction associated with opioid use, but it usually is seen with the use of a single, intravenous dose in an opioid-naïve patient. In patients taking opioids regularly for"
"Magaldrate Magaldrate (INN) is a common antacid drug that is used for the treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers, esophagitis from gastroesophageal reflux. Magaldrate is available in the form of oral suspension or tablets. Magaldrate is a hydroxymagnesium aluminate complex that is converted rapidly by gastric acid into Mg(OH) and Al(OH), which are absorbed poorly and thus provide a sustained antacid effect. Magaldrate may negatively influence drugs like tetracyclines, benzodiazepines, and indomethacin. High doses or prolonged usage may lead to an increment of defecation and a reduction in feces consistence. In some cases it can alter the functionality of the"
"Magnesium citrate Magnesium citrate is a magnesium preparation in salt form with citric acid in a 1:1 ratio (1 magnesium atom per citrate molecule). The name ""magnesium citrate"" is ambiguous and sometimes may refer to other salts such as trimagnesium citrate which has a magnesium:citrate ratio of 3:2. Magnesium citrate is used medicinally as a saline laxative and to completely empty the bowel prior to a major surgery or colonoscopy. It is available without a prescription, both as a generic and under various brand names. It is also used in the pill form as a magnesium dietary supplement. It contains"
"to be metabolized to hydrazine in the body. Hydrazine sulfate is also a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), and is incompatible with alcohol, tranquilizers and sleeping pills (benzodiazepines and barbiturates), and other psycho-active drugs, with pethidine (meperidine, Demerol), and with foods containing significant amounts of the amino acid breakdown product tyramine, such as aged cheeses, raisins, avocados, processed and cured fish and meats, fermented products, and others. Hydrazine sulfate Hydrazine sulfate, more properly hydrazonium hydrogensulfate, is a salt of the cation hydrazinium and the anion bisulfate (hydrogensulfate), with the formula or . It is a white, water-soluble solid at room temperature."
"metal hydroxides are white crystalline solids and dissolve freely in water with evolution of much heat. Alkali hydroxide The alkali hydroxides are a class of chemical compounds which are composed of an alkali metal cation and the hydroxide anion (OH). The alkali hydroxides are: The most common alkali hydroxide is sodium hydroxide, which is readily available in most hardware stores in products such as a drain cleaner. Another common alkali hydroxide is potassium hydroxide. This is available as a solution used for cleaning terraces and other areas made out of wood. All alkali hydroxides are very corrosive, being strongly alkaline."
"Alkali hydroxide The alkali hydroxides are a class of chemical compounds which are composed of an alkali metal cation and the hydroxide anion (OH). The alkali hydroxides are: The most common alkali hydroxide is sodium hydroxide, which is readily available in most hardware stores in products such as a drain cleaner. Another common alkali hydroxide is potassium hydroxide. This is available as a solution used for cleaning terraces and other areas made out of wood. All alkali hydroxides are very corrosive, being strongly alkaline. A typical school demonstration demonstrates what happens when a piece of an alkali metal is introduced"
"and water-soluble ingredients. Hence, magnesium sulfate in a lotion may not be as freely available to migrate to the skin nor to be absorbed through the skin, hence both studies may properly suggest absorption or lack thereof as a function of the carrier (in a water solution vs. in an oil emulsion/suspension). Temperature and concentration gradients may also be contributing factors to absorption. Externally, magnesium sulfate paste is used to treat skin inflammations such as small boils or localised infections. Known in the UK as 'drawing paste' it is also used to remove splinters. The standard British Pharmacopoeia composition is"
"laxative. Mercury(II) chloride (also known as mercuric chloride or corrosive sublimate) was once used to treat syphilis (along with other mercury compounds), although it is so toxic that sometimes the symptoms of its toxicity were confused with those of the syphilis it was believed to treat. It is also used as a disinfectant. Blue mass, a pill or syrup in which mercury is the main ingredient, was prescribed throughout the 19th century for numerous conditions including constipation, depression, child-bearing and toothaches. In the early 20th century, mercury was administered to children yearly as a laxative and dewormer, and it was"