CVS Health
Magnesium Citrate 250 mg
92/100
SUPPIE SCORE
85/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
98/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Magnesium Citrate 250 mg Do?
CVS Health Magnesium Citrate 250 mg offers excellent bioavailability and evidence-based support for muscle, nerve, heart, and bone health at an optimal dosage.
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What Are the Benefits of Magnesium Citrate 250 mg?
Based on proven scientific research
Muscle RelaxationVery strong
Nerve FunctionStrong
Heart HealthStrong
Bone HealthStrong
Enzymatic ReactionsVery strong
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What Are the Side Effects of CVS Health Magnesium Citrate 250 mg?
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RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Magnesium citrate at 250 mg per serving is well within safe daily limits (up to 350 mg supplemental for adults) and supports over 300 enzymatic reactions without exceeding tolerable upper intake.
•Common side effects include mild gastrointestinal upset like diarrhea if taken in excess, but this dosage poses low risk for healthy adults.
•Potential interactions with antibiotics, bisphosphonates, or diuretics; separate dosing by 2 hours to avoid reduced absorption specific to magnesium citrate formulation.
•Safe for most adults, but consult a doctor if pregnant, breastfeeding, or with kidney disease, as impaired excretion could lead to hypermagnesemia.
•No major allergens in the softgel formulation (gelatin-based, sunflower oil carrier), low risk for sensitivities except possible gelatin allergy.
•High bioavailability of citrate form reduces long-term deficiency risk, but monitor total magnesium intake from diet and supplements to avoid excess.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
Gelatin (potential allergy)
Inactive Ingredients
Softgel capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water)
Low RiskSunflower oil
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in CVS Health Magnesium Citrate 250 mg?
Magnesium (as magnesium citrate)
250 mg
Softgel capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water)
Sunflower oil
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Magnesium Citrate 250 mg compare to the research.
•Magnesium (as magnesium citrate) is listed at 250 mg per serving; without a source-specific reference range, dose adequacy cannot be graded.
•Magnesium (as magnesium citrate) specifies the magnesium citrate form; any bioavailability comparison must use evidence for that exact form.
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