NOW Magnesium Citrate 200 mg
Brand: NOW · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that NOW Magnesium Citrate 200 mg is a product intended to provide magnesium, but the data provided focuses on calcium. For this specific product, the data on its primary ingredient, magnesium, is not available. Based on the data for calcium, which is a different mineral, we cannot make an assessment for this magnesium product. Data not available for magnesium content or effects for this specific product.
How it works
Based on the data for calcium, which is a different mineral, the mechanism of action involves bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, this data does not apply to your NOW Magnesium Citrate 200 mg product. Data not available for how this specific magnesium product works.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. These side effects are for calcium, not for your magnesium product. Data not available for side effects specific to NOW Magnesium Citrate 200 mg.
Our recommendation
Because the data provided is for calcium, not magnesium, we cannot offer a recommendation for NOW Magnesium Citrate 200 mg. Data not available to support a recommendation for this specific product. You should consult your healthcare provider for guidance on magnesium supplementation.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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