Nature Made
Magnesium 250 mg
83/100
SUPPIE SCORE
68/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
90/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Magnesium 250 mg Do?
Provides 250 mg of elemental magnesium as oxide to correct low dietary intake, though oxide has poorer fractional absorption than organic salts.
Why is magnesium oxide less absorbed than other magnesium forms?
Can taking this magnesium tablet cause loose stools or diarrhea?
When is the best time of day to take this magnesium supplement?
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What Are the Benefits of Magnesium 250 mg?
Based on proven scientific research
Correction of low dietary magnesium intakeStrong
Bowel regularity supportModerate
Support for normal neuromuscular functionModerate
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What Are the Side Effects of Nature Made Magnesium 250 mg?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Severe kidney impairment: inability to clear magnesium risks dangerous hypermagnesemia
•Delivers 250 mg supplemental magnesium, reaching the EFSA upper limit (250 mg) and within US NAM limits (350 mg); excess easily triggers loose stools.
•Magnesium oxide has low intestinal bioavailability and draws water into the bowel; take with meals to reduce stomach upset.
•Stop and get advice if: severe watery diarrhea or dehydration: discontinue immediately
•Stop and get advice if: extreme muscle weakness, dizziness, or slow heart rate: seek urgent medical care for possible hypermagnesemia
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Cellulose gal
Low RiskCroscarmeliose soon start acid
Low RiskLess than 2% of hypromellose
Low RiskCellulose
Low RiskHypromellose
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Nature Made Magnesium 250 mg?
sum (as Magnesium Oxide)
250 mg
Cellulose Gal
Croscarmeliose Soon Start Acid
Less than 2% of Hypromellose
Cellulose
Hypromellose
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Magnesium 250 mg compare to the research.
•Sum (as Magnesium Oxide) — 250 mg a day; within the 100-400 mg/day typically used in studies. The magnesium oxide form is less well absorbed than others. It is at the 250 mg/day upper limit for supplemental magnesium (SCF 2001); the US limit is 350 mg/day (IOM (NIH ODS)). This range is provisional until reviewed.
Sources & References
Magnesium 250 mg tablets
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Nature made magnesium 250 mg softgels 90 ct prodid 894074
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Frequently Asked Questions
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