Magnesium Carbonate
Active ingredient · 2 therapeutic classes
Sold as Humco Dewees Carminative
- Drug class
- Magnesium Compounds
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Oral
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 2
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 417
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Magnesium Carbonate is a mineral compound used for the temporary relief of upset stomach, sour stomach, and acid indigestion [1]. It belongs to the drug class of Magnesium Compounds [1].
This ingredient is available under various brand names, including Humco Dewees Carminative [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 417 adverse event reports associated with Magnesium Carbonate [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include off-label use, pain, drug ineffective, asthenia, and drug intolerance [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 1 | December 15, 2023 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 1 | May 29, 2026 |
USUnited States· FDA
1 product
Uses
Use For the temporary relief of upset stomach or sour stomach, and acid indigestion.
How to take
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
1 product
Uses
For the relief of indigestion, heartburn, nervous indigestion, hyperacidity, flatulence, upset stomach, dyspepsia, biliousness, overindulgence in food and drink, indigestion during pregnancy.
How to take
Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Magnesium Carbonate. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
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Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 163bceeb-ca74-41… · revised December 15, 2023 [PDF]
- [2]MHRA (UK) · PL434610127 · revised May 29, 2026
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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