Magnesium and Thorazine

• Generic Name: magnesium gluconate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Mag-G, Magonate, Magonate Natal, Magtrate, Optimum Magnesium Gluconate

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

Magnesium gluconate is used as a supplement to treat low levels or to maintain adequate levels of this mineral in the body.

Magnesium gluconate may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: chlorpromazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Thorazine, Ormazine, Thorazine Spansule

Symptomatic management of psychotic disorders (i.e., schizophrenia).

Management of nausea and vomiting, including during surgery.

Relief of restlessness and apprehension before surgery.

Treatment of acute intermittent porphyria.

Adjunct in the treatment of tetanus.

Symptomatic management of manic phase of bipolar disorder.

Treatment of intractable hiccups.

Treatment of severe behavioral problems in children marked by combativeness and/or explosive hyperexcitable behavior (out of proportion to immediate provocations).

Short-term treatment of hyperactive children who exhibit excessive motor activity with accompanying conduct disorders manifested as impulsivity, difficulty sustaining attention, aggression, mood lability, and/or poor frustration tolerance.