MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE 500MG TAB 60s HERBIOICS

Uses & Benefits

• Highly absorbable form of magnesium, gentle on the stomach due to its glycine component Promotes relaxation & better sleep, especially when taken before bedtime — glycine adds calming effects, and evidence supports its use for insomnia and anxiety 

• Supports stress relief & mood balance, may reduce anxiety and help with mild depression 

• Muscle & cardiovascular support: relieves cramps, maintains healthy blood pressure and heart rhythm 

• Bone & metabolic health: improves bone density, aids calcium absorption, may help manage blood sugar, migraines, and PMS 

• Gentle digestive support: less likely to cause diarrhea than other forms, but still can promote regular bowel movements 

Recommended Use & Timing

• Typical dose: 200–400 mg elemental magnesium per day; 500 mg of glycinate usually contains 100–200 mg elemental magnesium 

• Timing for benefits:

  • For sleep: take ~30 minutes before bed 

  • For digestion or muscle recovery: take with meals or post-workout 

Side Effects & Precautions

Common (mild, dose-dependent):

• Diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea, cramps 

• Daytime drowsiness or lethargy, especially if taken earlier in the day.

• Lowered blood pressure → dizziness, lightheadedness 

Less common/serious:

• Excess magnesium (especially if kidneys are impaired): irregular heartbeat, severe hypotension, hypermagnesemia Drug interactions: may reduce effectiveness of antibiotics, diuretics, bisphosphonates, blood pressure medications 

• Allergic reactions: rare but possible—rash, swelling, breathing difficulties; stop if they occur