Mineral
Magnesium Citrate (Constipation)
Also known as: Osmotic laxative
Osmotic laxative form of magnesium that draws water into the intestines for gentle relief.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Common questions
How much Magnesium Citrate (Constipation) should I take?
The typical range is 200-400mg magnesium for regular use, higher for acute constipation. Regular use okay at moderate doses
When should I take Magnesium Citrate (Constipation)?
Bedtime or morning. Either way.
Which form of Magnesium Citrate (Constipation) is best?
Powder — Flexible dosing. Other forms in the catalog: Capsules, Liquid.
Is Magnesium Citrate (Constipation) safe?
Commonly reported: Loose stools, Cramping, Diarrhea if too much. Serious warnings: Can cause dehydration at high doses, Electrolyte imbalance. Avoid with kidney disease - can accumulate
Which Magnesium Citrate (Constipation) supplement scores highest?
Double Wood Magnesium Citrate Supplement, at 86/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Constipation
- Bowel prep
- Magnesium supplementation
How it works
- Draws water into intestines
- Stimulates bowel movement
- Also provides magnesium
- Gentle mechanism
Dosage
- Typical range
- 200-400mg magnesium for regular use, higher for acute constipation
- Timing
- Bedtime or morning
- With food
- Either way
- Duration
- Regular use okay at moderate doses
- Special populations
- Constipation, also getting magnesium benefit
Forms
- Powder
- Capsules
- Liquid
Safety
Common side effects
- Loose stools
- Cramping
- Diarrhea if too much
Contraindications
- Kidney disease (accumulates)
- Bowel obstruction
Products containing Magnesium Citrate (Constipation)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Magnesium Citrate (Constipation) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Well-established osmotic laxative
Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.
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