NOW Magnesium & Potassium Aspartate
Brand: NOW · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this supplement combines two key minerals, but the available data focuses on calcium, which is not listed as an ingredient in the product you asked about. For the specific product NOW Magnesium & Potassium Aspartate, specific health outcome data is not available from the provided sources. Data not available.
How it works
While the provided data does not include specific mechanisms for magnesium or potassium aspartate, it does show that calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Since this product does not contain calcium, you should not rely on it for those effects. The mechanism of action for the actual ingredients in this product is not described in the provided data.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product or its ingredients are not available in the provided data. For calcium, which is not in this product, high levels can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Side effects specific to this product are not available.
Our recommendation
Since the provided data does not include information on magnesium or potassium aspartate, I cannot make a specific recommendation for this product based on the evidence provided. Data not available. You should consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially one without specific safety data in the provided information.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Veg 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