Magnesium Citrate Liquid and Ozurdex

• Generic Name: magnesium citrate
• Dosage Forms: oral liquid
• Other Brand Names: Citrate of Magnesia, Citroma, Citroma Cherry, Citroma Lemon

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral that is important for many systems in the body, especially the muscles and nerves. Magnesium citrate also increases water in the intestines.

Magnesium citrate is used as a laxative to treat occasional constipation.

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

• Generic Name: dexamethasone ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: intravitreal implant
• Other Brand Names: Ozurdex, Dextenza, Dexycu, Maxidex

Ozurdex implants contain dexamethasone, a corticosteroid used to treat inflammation. Intraocular dexamethasone is injected into the eye.

Ozurdex is a dissolving implant that is injected into the eye by a healthcare professional to treat swelling that may occur when there is a blockage of certain blood vessels in your eyes.

Ozurdex is also used to treat posterior uveitis (inflammation that affects the back part of the eye).