Alternatives to magnesium oxide
3 same-class SPL records vs magnesium oxide - uses, FAERS reaction fields, and OTC/Rx flags from public FDA sources.
Brand: Mag-Ox
How to read a high-report FAERS peer set
magnesium oxide ranks in the upper FAERS-volume third of the corpus (#161 of 524); 3 same-class peers are listed for field comparison only. Labeled indication field for magnesium oxide: Mag-Ox treats acid indigestion and upset stomach.
Top FAERS reaction fields for magnesium oxide total 20,036 reports across 10 reactions, set beside chromium picolinate, selenium, zinc sulfate. Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not per-patient risk.
About magnesium oxide
Magnesium oxide (Mag-Ox) is a mineral supplement. It helps relieve acid indigestion and upset stomach.
Used for: Mag-Ox treats acid indigestion and upset stomach. It works by reducing the amount of acid in your stomach. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
3 Mineral Supplement peers (wide set)
chromium picolinate
OTCChromium
This supplement is used to provide support to the pancreas. It is a homeo-nutritional product. This means the claims are based on traditional homeopathic practices.
selenium
OTCSelenium
This medicine is a mineral supplement. It helps increase the level of selenium in your body. Ask your doctor if this supplement is right for you.
zinc sulfate
OTCZinc, Orazinc
This medicine can help with eye discomfort and redness. It is for minor eye irritations. It provides temporary relief.
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magnesium oxide vs chromium picolinate & selenium · FAERS reaction fields
FAERS top-reaction field "Nausea" shows the widest count spread between magnesium oxide and chromium picolinate, selenium, zinc sulfate in this extract (2,492-report gap on that field). Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not prevalence rates.
| Side Effect | magnesium oxide | chromium picolinate | selenium | zinc sulfate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nausea | 2,795 | - | 303 | 166 |
| Diarrhoea | 2,580 | - | 308 | 215 |
| Fatigue | 2,419 | - | 467 | 172 |
| Dyspnoea | 2,054 | - | 198 | 136 |
| Pneumonia | 2,029 | - | - | 93 |
| Pyrexia | 1,829 | - | - | 127 |
| Vomiting | 1,666 | - | - | 136 |
| Death | 1,601 | - | - | 153 |
"-" means no reports for that reaction. Report counts reflect total FAERS submissions, not prevalence rates.
magnesium oxide FAERS volume vs class peers
FAERS volume band
magnesium oxide is FAERS corpus rank #161 of 524 (high volume tercile). Top-reaction field total: 20,036.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does magnesium oxide sit in FAERS report volume vs Mineral Supplement peers? ▼
Registry note: FAERS counts are voluntary reports and do not establish causation or risk rates. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not stop or change your medication without talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Field note for magnesium oxide: see also the generic vs brand label guide when reading Mag-Ox SPL strings.
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