Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Whats the best magnesium supplement over the counter? i brought 100 mg magnesium citrate and was wondering if thats sufficient enough. thank you. ive been having leg cramps and diet doesnt have much of magnesium
A doctor has provided 1 answer
400mg daily: It appears the main issue is leg cramps. Magnesium, calcium and potassium are the main culprits, if electrolytes are depleted, although there are other causes. Adequate hydration with water and/or electrolyte solutions can help, stretching before the sport, and strengthening muscles including endurance training will also help. Typical magnesium supplementation is 400mg daily. Excess causesdiahhrea
Answered 5/13/2021
113 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I frequently have leg cramps a few days before my period. Should I be worried since it happens often? Should I ask my doc.for supplements or increase specific foods in my diet before my period? Sometimes these cramps wake me from my sleep when it's painfu
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can I take Magnesium Supplement Citrate supplement after taking fruit (Like Dragon Fruit, Orange)??? Thank you and Happy New Year?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Therapist has recommended me supplement magnesium citrate, is that the best kind to take? I have acid reflux
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Ive had leg cramps for few weeks now but started taking Magnesium Citrate 100 mg and Theraworx for past 3 days. The cramps have got much better and I can go without them happening most of day. How long should I take the magnesium for? Thank you
I am taking Magnesium Supplements for cramps in legs. It causes me soft stools. How can I harden them a bit?
Will taking potassium and magnesium supplements stop feet and leg cramps ?
Would compression brace help calf cramps and how does it help? Magnesium helped me some too. Any other suggestions for things to try that are over the counter? No blood clots. Potassium and Magnesium were within normal range by labs.
Hello, I suffer a lot from cramps, usually at night, in my legs. Which type of Magnesium would you recommend? Thank you!
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
