Treat hypomagnesemia appropriately. Oral replacement is appropriate for mild symptoms, while IV replacement is indicated for severe clinical effects. Electrolyte supplement - These agents are used to replace an existing magnesium deficit. Supplementation via IV infusion should be given to patients with moderately severe to severe depletion. Education of high-risk populations may decrease recurrence.
Patients have an excellent prognosis once the deficiency is corrected.
For the most part, the symptoms are reversible with treatment. This modification may include maintaining a proper diet, ceasing alcohol consumption, improving diabetic controls, and taking supplements if the cause is still present. The attempt to establish a connection between magnesium and ischemic heart disease is most notable. This topic receives significant debate. Some studies have established hypomagnesemia in patients who have had an acute myocardial infarction, even those who did not use diuretics.