What is Magnesium: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Magnesium overview

BRAND NAMES:

Generic Names:

  • Magnesium

Uses:

Therapeutic Classes:

Forms:

How it’s taken:

What is Magnesium used for?

What form(s) does Magnesium come in

What are common Magnesium doses?

  • Bottle 200 Tablets

  • Bottle 100 Capsules

  • Bottle 100 Tablets

How to take Magnesium

What to do if you miss a dose of Magnesium

Magnesium contraindications

Magnesium warnings

Magnesium interactions