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Health Experts Issue New Warning About Magnesium Supplements — Especially for These Two High-Risk Groups
Magnesium supplements are widely used for muscle cramps, sleep issues, migraines, and stress. While they are generally safe for healthy individuals when taken in appropriate doses, health experts caution that certain groups face a higher risk of side effects and complications.
Why magnesium needs caution
Magnesium affects muscle contraction, nerve signaling, heart rhythm, and blood pressure. Too much magnesium — particularly from supplements rather than food — can lead to low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and gastrointestinal distress.
The Two High-Risk Groups
1. People with kidney disease or reduced kidney function
The kidneys are responsible for removing excess magnesium from the body. When kidney function is impaired, magnesium can accumulate to dangerous levels, leading to a condition called hypermagnesemia.
Possible symptoms include:
- Muscle weakness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Slow or irregular heartbeat
- Extreme fatigue or confusion
For this group, magnesium supplements should only be taken under medical supervision.
2. People taking certain medications
Magnesium can interfere with or intensify the effects of several commonly used drugs, including:
- Diuretics
- Antibiotics (such as tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones)
- Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) used for acid reflux
- Blood pressure and heart medications
In these cases, magnesium may reduce medication absorption or increase the risk of side effects.
Additional groups advised to use caution
- Older adults
- People using magnesium-containing laxatives or antacids regularly
- Individuals with heart rhythm disorders
- Those with neuromuscular conditions
Safe use guidelines
- Get magnesium primarily from food sources (leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains)
- Do not exceed recommended daily doses unless advised by a healthcare professional
- Choose the appropriate form (e.g., glycinate for tolerance, citrate with caution)
- Stop supplementation and seek medical advice if symptoms develop
Bottom line
Magnesium can be beneficial, but it is not risk-free. For people with kidney disease or those taking certain medications, supplementation should be approached carefully and guided by a healthcare professional.
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