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Magnesium
Supplement for deficiency, leg cramps, and migraine prevention
Magnesium supports muscle, nerve, and bone function. Common reasons people supplement: leg cramps, migraine prevention, low magnesium from diuretics or PPIs. Magnesium glycinate is gentler on the stomach than oxide; citrate is moderate.
How the pharmacy helps
We stock common forms. Doses above 350 mg/day from supplements can cause loose stool — citrate especially.
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Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Magnesium Glycinate Magnesium Glycinate | 200mg elemental | Capsule | Active |
Glycinate is best tolerated. Oxide is cheap but less absorbed and more likely to cause loose stool. Citrate is in between.
Common starting dose is 200–400 mg daily of elemental magnesium.
Talk to the pharmacist before regular supplementation if you have kidney disease.
Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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