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Prescription for Magnesium Deficiency
I have magnesium deficiency. I have tried supplements including the Magnesium glycinate ones but they still give me diarrhea. Now I'm thinking of trying IM injections of magnesium, but I'll need a prescription for it. Can I get a prescription for it through online consultation on Practo if I share my blood test reports?
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Diarrhoea with oral magnesium is a dose and salt issue, not a reason to jump to injections. Glycinate is usually the gentlest form, so try a lower dose split twice a day with food rather than one big dose. IM magnesium is reserved for documented significant deficiency or symptoms like cramps, arrhythmia, tetany, and it needs your actual serum magnesium value in hand. Also worth checking why you are losing magnesium at 25 - loose motions, PPI use, poor intake, alcohol.
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Get serum magnesium, calcium, vitamin D and a basic CBC/electrolyte panel, then book a Practo consult with me and share the reports - I will decide oral vs injectable and give a proper prescription.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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A proper consultation is needed to assess and guide treatment.
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Hi . kindly visit doctor in person and get evaluated.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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