Magnesium glycinate Disease Interactions

Magnesium is eliminated by the kidney. The serum concentration of magnesium is increased in patients with renal impairment. Magnesium toxicity includes CNS depression, muscular paralysis, respiratory depression, hypotension and prolonged cardiac conduction time. Disappearance of the patellar reflex is a useful clinical sign of magnesium intoxication. Therapy with magnesium should be administered cautiously and dosages should be modified in patients with compromised renal function. Clinical monitoring of serum magnesium levels is recommended.

Liquids, powders, and some other forms of magnesium glycinate may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Liquid products may also contain alcohol. Caution is advised in patients that have diabetes, alcohol dependence, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires to limit or avoid these substances.