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Does aldosterone lower magnesium?
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No: It's main action is to preserve potassium and lose sodium and water, hope that helps
Answered 1/3/2019
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I don't think so. : It alters several receptors relating to magnesium but seemingly in a good way. It lowers potassium however.
Answered 12/24/2018
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