Swanson Magnesium 200 mg
Brand: Swanson · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while magnesium is a critical mineral for your body, the specific product you asked about — Swanson Magnesium 200 mg — has no individual safety or effectiveness data available in the provided information. Data on the ingredient calcium is available, but not for magnesium. For this reason, we cannot make a specific recommendation for this supplement based on the data we have.
How it works
Data not available for magnesium from the provided sources. For reference, calcium — a different mineral — supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but no specific report count is available for this product or for magnesium alone [FDA data]. High levels of calcium — not magnesium — in the blood can cause poor muscle tone, constipation, nausea, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Based on the data provided, we cannot recommend Swanson Magnesium 200 mg with confidence. The specific safety and effectiveness data for this product or its ingredient are not available in the information we have. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Swanson |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide