MagGel and Zovia 1/35e

• Generic Name: magnesium oxide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: MagGel, Phillips' Cramp-free, Uro-Mag, Mag-200, Mag-Oxide, Magnesium Oxide 400, MAGnesium-Oxide, Maox, Uro-Mag, Mag-Ox 400, UroMag

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves.

MagGel is used as a supplement to maintain adequate magnesium in the body.

MagGel is also used as an antacid to treat indigestion, or as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation.

MagGel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol / ethynodiol
• Dosage Forms: tablets
• Other Brand Names: Kelnor, Zovia 1/35, Zovia 1/50, Demulen 1/35, Demulen 1/50, Zovia 1/35e, Kelnor 1/50, Kelnor 1/35, Zovia 1/50e

Ethinyl estradiol and ethynodiol diacetate combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, ethinyl estradiol and ethynodiol diacetate, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization (pregnancy) is prevented.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective than birth control pills. Discuss your options for birth control with your doctor.

This medicine does not prevent HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.