There are many potential causes of hypomagnesium including diet, poor absorption and alcoholism. Medications such as loop and thiazide diuretics, some antibiotics, and long term use of proton pump inhibitors can also cause low magnesium. Diabetes is another common cause. If levels are low and you are exhibiting symptoms, such as weakness, muscle cramps, or confusion, your doctor might prescribe you Slow-Mag or something similar. If levels are low and symptoms are more severe than IV magnesium can be given.
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