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I began taking 400 mg of magnesium when I was getting leg cramps at night. The cramps have ceased, but I continue to take the magnesium. Is there a danger in this amount? If I took one capsule every two days, would that be safer? What are the side effects?
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It can be taken for longer time and there are no side effects of taken in recommended dosage.But also magnesium can be taken in regular food and supplement would not be necessary in this case. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
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Can Magnesium Be Taken For A Long Duration?
Hello and thanks you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein and I will try to help you as much as I can with my answer. It can be taken for longer time and there are no side effects of taken in recommended dosage.But also magnesium can be taken in regular food and supplement would not be necessary in this case. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.