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Magnesium

What is Magnesium?

Magnesium is a chemical element with the symbol Mg and atomic number 12. It is a silvery-white metal that is relatively abundant in the Earth’s crust and essential for many biological processes in humans and other animals. Magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including energy production, muscle and nerve function, and DNA synthesis. It is an important mineral for bone health, heart health, and the prevention of chronic diseases. Magnesium can be obtained through dietary sources or supplements.

When is Magnesium used?

Magnesium is used for a variety of medical purposes, including:

  1. Treating magnesium deficiency: Magnesium supplements are commonly used to treat magnesium deficiency, which can occur due to poor diet, certain medical conditions, or medication use.
  2. Treating constipation: Magnesium is sometimes used as a laxative to treat constipation.
  3. Treating pre-eclampsia and eclampsia: Magnesium sulfate is commonly used to prevent and treat seizures in women with pre-eclampsia or eclampsia, which are serious pregnancy complications.
  4. Treating heart arrhythmias: Magnesium is sometimes used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias).
  5. Treating asthma: Some studies have suggested that magnesium supplements may be helpful for people with asthma, although more research is needed.
  6. Treating migraines: Magnesium supplements may help reduce the frequency and severity of migraines in some people.

It’s important to note that magnesium should only be used under the supervision of a healthcare provider, as excessive intake of magnesium can be harmful.

How long does Magnesium stay in your system?

The length of time that magnesium stays in your system can depend on several factors, including the dose of magnesium, the form of magnesium used (e.g., magnesium oxide, magnesium citrate), and individual differences in metabolism and elimination.

In general, the half-life of magnesium in the body is around 30 hours, meaning that it takes about 30 hours for half of the magnesium in your system to be eliminated. However, it can take up to several days for all the magnesium to be completely eliminated from your body.

It’s important to note that chronic magnesium supplementation can lead to accumulation in the body, which can increase the risk of toxicity. Therefore, it’s important to use magnesium supplements under the guidance of a healthcare provider and to not exceed the recommended dose.

What are contraindications with Magnesium?

Magnesium supplements may not be appropriate for everyone, and there are certain contraindications to be aware of. These include:

  1. Kidney problems: People with kidney problems may not be able to properly excrete magnesium, leading to an accumulation in the body and an increased risk of toxicity.
  2. Bowel obstruction: People with a bowel obstruction should not take magnesium supplements, as they can worsen the obstruction.
  3. Myasthenia gravis: Magnesium can worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis.
  4. Heart block: High doses of magnesium can worsen heart block, a condition where electrical impulses in the heart are disrupted.
  5. Allergy: People with a known allergy to magnesium should avoid magnesium supplements.

It’s important to speak with a healthcare provider before taking magnesium supplements to ensure that they are safe for you.

What are side effects of Magnesium?

Magnesium supplements are generally safe when taken as recommended, but they may cause some side effects in certain people. These include:

  1. Upset stomach: Magnesium supplements can cause gastrointestinal distress, including diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal cramping.
  2. Low blood pressure: Magnesium can lower blood pressure, which may cause lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting in some people.
  3. Central nervous system depression: High doses of magnesium can cause central nervous system depression, leading to symptoms such as lethargy, confusion, and muscle weakness.
  4. Respiratory depression: In extreme cases, very high doses of magnesium can cause respiratory depression, which can be life-threatening.
  5. Allergic reaction: Some people may be allergic to magnesium supplements and may experience symptoms such as itching, rash, and difficulty breathing.

It’s important to speak with a healthcare provider before taking magnesium supplements to ensure that they are safe for you and to monitor for any potential side effects.

Therapy Menu

Our specialty mixtures

Our bags are not premixed allowing you to customize your therapies

Hydration

Target: Dehydration, mild nausea

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV, 1L Lactated Ringers IV, or 1L Intralipid
  • Customize your therapy from solution base

Awake

Target: Dehydration, fatigue, jet lag, sports recovery

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push

  • Taurine – 50mg IV push

Hangover

Target: Dehydration, nausea, migraine, vomiting, fatigue

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L Lactated Ringer (preferred)
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 200 mg in bag

Slow IV Push

  • Glutathione – 200mg IV push
  • Zofran – 4mg IV push
  • Toradol – 15-30mg IV push

Cold & Flu

Target: Dehydration, aches, pains, cough, congestion, fatigue, flu like symptoms

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L Lactated Ringer (preferred)
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5 mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push

  • Glutathione – 200mg IV push
  • +/- Toradol – 15-30mg IV push

Immunity

Target: Dehydration, immunity, fatigue

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1,000mL 0.9% NaCl (preferred)
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Vitamin C – 1,000 mg IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5 mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push

  • Glutathione – 200mg IV push

Lipo-Mino Complex

Target: Dehydration, weight loss, energy, appetite regulation

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • LIPO-Mino – 1mL

Slow IV Push

  • Glutathione – 200mg IV push
  • Taurine – 50mg IV push

Food Poisoning & Stomach Flu

Target: Dehydration, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5 mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push

  • Glutathione – 200mg IV push
  • Zofran – 4mg IV push

Pepcid – 20mg IV push (dilute in 10mL)

Migraine

Target: Dehydration, migraine or headache

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% Lactated Ringer (preferred)
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 200 mg IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5 mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg)

Slow IV Push

  • Zofran – 4mg IV push
  • Toradol – 15-30mg IV push
  • Benadryl– 50mg IV push

SHE

Target: Dehydration, menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% Lactated Ringer (preferred)
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 200 mg IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5 mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg)

Slow IV Push

  • Zofran – 4mg IV push
  • Toradol – 15-30mg IV push
  • Benadryl– 50mg IV push

Myers Cocktail

Target: Dehydration, wellness, fatigue, immunity

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl (preferred)
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Vitamin C – 1,000mg IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 200mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Superstar

Target: Dehydration, fatigue, immunity, acute symptoms, nausea, recovery, detox, and more

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 200mg IV in bag
  • Vitamin C – 2,000mg IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push:

  • Glutathione – 400mg IV push
  • Taurine – 50 mg IV push
  • If appropriate per symptom assessment or requested (INCLUDED in package charge):
  • Medicines
  • May substitute Lipo-Mino for B12 and B complex

Ultimate Superstar

Target: Dehydration, fatigue, immunity, acute symptoms, nausea, recovery, detox, and more at a max dose

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV
  • Vitamin B complex – 1 mL IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 400mg IV in bag
  • Vitamin C – 10,000mg IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push:

  • Glutathione – 1,000mg IV push
  • Taurine – 100mg IV push
  • If appropriate per symptom assessment or requested (INCLUDED in package charge):
  • Medicines
  • May substitute Lipo-Mino for B12 and B complex

NAD+

Target: Dehydration, fatigue, immunity, acute symptoms, nausea, recovery, detox, and more

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 500mL 0.9% NaCl IV
  • NAD+: 500mg IV in bag
  • Additional NAD+: IV in bag ($1.50/mg additional
    charge)

NAD+ Superstar

Target: Dehydration, fatigue, immunity, acute symptoms, nausea, recovery, detox, anti-aging, accelerated cellular regeneration, and more

Intravenous (IV)

  • IV Fluid – 1L 0.9% NaCl IV
  • Vitamin B complex – 1mL IV in bag
  • Magnesium – 200mg IV in bag
  • Vitamin C – 2,000mg IV in bag
  • Zinc – 2.5mg IV in bag

Intramuscular (IM)

  • Vitamin B12 – 1,000mcg (1mg) IM

Slow IV Push:

  • Glutathione – 400mg IV push
  • Taurine – 50 mg IV push
  • If appropriate per symptom assessment or requested (INCLUDED in package charge):
  • Medicines
  • May substitute Lipo-Mino for B12 and B complex

Option 1: Request An Appointment On Calendar Date

Select any service if unsure, we can always edit your request later, the nurse comes fully equipped for any scenario. Your request on calendar will be pending until a nurse confirms. We will keep you updated via SMS on this process. After confirmation your nurse will reach out for introduction, consultation, and to provide an ETA. Reserve all medical questions for your nurse when paired. Please include any important medical history in notes section. Please be prepared to sign consent for IV therapy. If you apply on calendar you do not have to submit a request form. We will not charge your billing method until completion of therapy. A Same Day Service Fee ($35) is applied with every IV & IM therapy that is requested for same day. An After Hours Fee ($100)  is applied to all requests after 5pm.

Option 2: Request An Appointment

After submission we will pair you with a nurse that’s available in your area. Your nurse will reach out for introduction and consultation. Reserve all medical questions for your nurse when paired. Please include any important medical history in notes section. Please be prepared to sign consent for IV therapy. If you apply on calendar you do not have to submit a request form. We will not charge your billing method until completion of therapy. A Same Day Service Fee ($35) is applied with every IV & IM therapy that is requested for same day.

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