Mineral
Magnesium Citrate
A
Evidence
Well-absorbed magnesium with gentle laxative effect. Good for constipation alongside magnesium benefits.
Primary uses
- Magnesium repletion
- Constipation relief
- General supplementation
How it works
- Good bioavailability
- Osmotic effect in intestines
- Citrate may prevent kidney stones
Dosage
- Typical range
- 200-400 mg elemental Mg
- Timing
- Evening
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Good if constipation also an issue
Forms
- Capsule
- Powder
- Liquid
Safety
Common side effects
- Loose stools
- Cramping at high doses
Contraindications
- Bowel obstruction
- Kidney disease
Known interactions
- Cautionwith calcium
High calcium can impair magnesium absorption
- Infowith magnesium
High-dose magnesium may slightly reduce zinc absorption
- Synergywith magnesium
Magnesium needed for vitamin D activation
- Synergywith melatonin
Complementary sleep support
- Synergywith glycine
Both support sleep through different mechanisms
- Cautionwith magnesium
Magnesium may enhance BP lowering effect
Evidence notes
Good absorption, gentle laxative
Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.
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