Magnesium Flashcards
1
Q
What is magnesium involved in
A
Energy generation
2
Q
Is it well absorbed from the GI
A
No, hence its use as a laxative osmotic
3
Q
Where is the largest store
A
Skeleton
4
Q
What can occur in higher doses
A
Diarrhoea
5
Q
What is it mainly excreted by
A
Kidneys
6
Q
What is given in magnesium toxicity
A
Calcium gluconate
