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Magnesium 500 mg

product on market Other (e.g. tea bag) Sundown Naturals Safety: 60/100
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  • Magnesium: 500mg is 1.4× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (350mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Magnesium supports nerve function and muscle relaxation, with strong evidence for its role in various physiological processes. However, the low safety score suggests potential concerns regarding gastrointestinal tolerance or drug interactions. Users should be aware of these risks when supplementing at this dosage.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

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Safety Alerts

Magnesium: 500mg is 1.4× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (350mg)

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This product received a low safety score because it contains 500mg of magnesium, which exceeds the recommended daily upper limit of 350mg.

Label

Product Label

Label for Magnesium 500 mg
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Label Data

1 Caplet(s)
Serving Size
Mineral
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

500 mg (125% DV)
Exceeds UL by 1.4× (UL: 350 mg) 316 studies (A:8, B:159)

Other Ingredients

Dicalcium Phosphate Vegetable Cellulose Contains <2% of:
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

DIRECTIONS: FOR ADULTS, TAKE ONE (1) CAPLET DAILY, PREFERABLY WITH A MEAL.

Warnings & Precautions

As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.

WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

TAMPER RESISTANT: DO NOT USE IF SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

Formulation Notes

No Artificial Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium Free.

VEGETARIAN FORMULA

Additional Information

High Potency Promotes Bone & Muscle Health* COATED FOR EASY SWALLOWING

Smart Facts Magnesium plays an essential role in maintaining bone mineralization.* Magnesium is also involved in muscle contractions and nerve impulses.*

STORE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AND AVOID EXCESSIVE HEAT.

FREE OF Gluten & Wheat

Prod. No. 48698 10F B5536 LA4

GUARANTEED QUALITY LABORATORY TESTED

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Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 30768 03999 8
DSLD Entry Date2016-02-23
Product TypeMineral
FormOther (e.g. tea bag)
BrandSundown Naturals
DSLD ID56723
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

849
Research Sources
56
Avg Quality
450
Meta Analysis
152
Rct
137
Systematic Review
73
Clinical Trial
11
Regulatory Source
7
Other
7
Guideline
3
Openfda Safety
2
Cochrane Review
2
Observational
A Phosphate binders for preventing and treating chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disorder (CKD-MBD)
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Calcium supplementation (other than for preventing or treating hypertension) for improving pregnancy and infant outcomes
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024 PubMed DOI
A Calcium supplementation (other than for preventing or treating hypertension) for improving pregnancy and infant outcomes
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin and mineral supplementation for maintaining cognitive function in cognitively healthy people in mid and late life
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Calcium supplementation during pregnancy for preventing hypertensive disorders and related problems
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2025 PubMed DOI
A Dietary calcium supplementation for preventing colorectal cancer and adenomatous polyps
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2008 PubMed DOI
A Calcium and vitamin D for increasing bone mineral density in premenopausal women
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2023 PubMed DOI
A Dietary sodium, sodium-to-potassium ratio, and risk of stroke: A systematic review and nonlinear dose-response meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Clinical nutrition (Edinburgh, Scotland) 2019 PubMed DOI
A The association between circulating magnesium and clinically relevant outcomes in patients with chronic kidney disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Clinical nutrition (Edinburgh, Scotland) 2021 PubMed DOI
A Calcium channel blockers versus other classes of drugs for hypertension
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
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