Magnesium oxide is generally safe when used in appropriate doses. However, taking large amounts over long periods can lead to high blood magnesium levels, or hypermagnesemia, which is a serious condition that can be fatal ( 28 , 29 ).May 3, 2021
How do you make MgO?
Magnesium oxide is produced by heating magnesium carbonate at atmospheric pressure, preferably as the mineral magnesite, to its dissociation temperature of about 800°C–1000°C.
What is Periclase used for?
An inorganic compound that occurs in nature as the mineral periclase. In aqueous media combines quickly with water to form magnesium hydroxide. It is used as an antacid and mild laxative and has many nonmedicinal uses.