Magnesium Compounds
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Inorganic compounds that contain magnesium as an integral part of the molecule. |
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inorganic; GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; DF: MAGNESIUM CPDS |
| Previously Indexed: |
Magnesium (1966-1993) |
Magnesium Compounds Categories.
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Magnesium Oxide - Magnesium oxide (MgO). An inorganic compound that occurs in nature as the mineral periclase. In aqueous media combines quickly with water to form magnesium hydroxide. It is used as an antacid and mild laxative and has many nonmedicinal uses. |
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Magnesium Silicates - A generic term for a variety of compounds that contain silicon, oxygen, and magnesium, and may contain hydrogen. Examples include TALC and some kinds of ASBESTOS. |
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Magnesium Sulfate - A small colorless crystal used as an anticonvulsant, a cathartic, and an electrolyte replenisher in the treatment of pre-eclampsia and eclampsia. It causes direct inhibition of action potentials in myometrial muscle cells. Excitation and contraction are uncoupled, which decreases the frequency and force of contractions. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1992, p1083) |
Magnesium Compounds Definitions and Terms
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