Drug interactions

amiloride + magnesium citrate

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Overview

Severity: Minor · Evidence level: Low

Amiloride reduces urinary magnesium loss and may slightly raise magnesium levels. In renal impairment, regular magnesium citrate could allow accumulation.

Mechanism of action

Epithelial sodium channel blockade reduces renal magnesium excretion modestly.

Clinical management

No action with normal renal function. Check serum magnesium and potassium if renal function is impaired and magnesium is used regularly.

Drug reference

Frequently asked questions

Can I take amiloride with magnesium citrate?

The interaction is rated: Minor. Amiloride reduces urinary magnesium loss and may slightly raise magnesium levels. In renal impairment, regular magnesium citrate could allow accumulation.

How serious is the interaction between amiloride and magnesium citrate?

The interaction is rated: Minor. Evidence level: Low.

How is the interaction between amiloride and magnesium citrate managed?

No action with normal renal function. Check serum magnesium and potassium if renal function is impaired and magnesium is used regularly.

Why do amiloride and magnesium citrate interact?

Epithelial sodium channel blockade reduces renal magnesium excretion modestly.

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