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Is it wise to take magnesium if on ppi's longterm? if so, oxide, citrate?

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Dr. Edward Kuhnley answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Low magnesium levels: Are associated with use of proton pump inhibitors, especially if on diuretics. With long-term use prescriber should check magnesium level and direct magnesium supplementation accordingly, but this is not enough in 25% of cases and discontinuation of ppi becomes necessary. Magnesium citrate is more soluble and bioavailable than magnesium oxide. Best regards.

Answered 11/3/2015

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