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Ingredients (1)
Magnesium
100%Dose
500 mg
Target
100–400 mg
Form
Standard
Other Ingredients (4)
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Silicon DioxideAnti-caking
Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
Capsule ShellCapsule
Generic capsule shell where the label does not specify the material. Common materials are hypromellose (HPMC) for vegetarian capsules and gelatin for traditional capsules — both are GRAS-listed and safe. Fish gelatin and pullulan variants also exist.
How to Take It
Best taken in the evening
Magnesium citrate pulls water into the bowel — mildly laxative at higher doses. Evening suits that; split the dose or switch to glycinate if it's too much.
With or without food
Space it a couple of hours from Iron and Calcium
On the label
Adults take 2 capsules daily, preferably with food. If gastrointestinal (GI) upset occurs, take 1 capsule twice daily, with food. Not formulated for children. Do not exceed recommended dose.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
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$7.49
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.