Description:

Nature’s Bounty Magnesium Capsules are a dietary supplement designed to support bone health, muscle function, nerve impulses, energy metabolism, and protein formation. As an essential mineral involved in over 200 enzymatic reactions in the body, it helps maintain proper bone mineralization and may aid in muscle relaxation, heart health, and occasional stress relief, particularly beneficial for older adults where absorption naturally declines.

Prescription:

• No, Nature’s Bounty Magnesium Capsules are an over-the-counter dietary supplement and do not require a prescription.

Therapeutic Category:

• Mineral supplement (magnesium for bone, muscle, nerve, and cardiovascular support).

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Magnesium Glycinate 240 mg per serving (2 capsules), providing highly bioavailable magnesium.

Minerals:

• Magnesium (as magnesium glycinate).

Variant:

• High Absorption Magnesium Glycinate 240 mg (capsules); other variants include Magnesium 500 mg tablets or 250 mg tablets.

Consume Type:

• Oral capsule.

Directions/Usage:

• For adults, take 2 capsules daily, preferably with meals to enhance absorption and minimize digestive discomfort. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Common Side Effects:

• Mild digestive upset such as nausea, diarrhea, or stomach discomfort (less common with glycinate form due to high bioavailability); low blood pressure if exceeding dose; rare reports of drowsiness or glycine-related effects like vivid dreams.

Package Type:

• Bottle of 90 or 180 capsules.

Storage Advice:

• Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if seal is broken.

Safety Advice:

• Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medications (e.g., antibiotics, blood thinners, or diuretics), or have kidney disease, as magnesium can interact or accumulate.
• Start with a lower dose if sensitive to supplements to assess tolerance.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; use as part of a balanced diet.
• Discontinue if adverse reactions occur and seek medical advice.
• Suitable for vegetarians; gluten-free, non-GMO, and free of artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners.

Product Substitutes:

• Nature’s Truth Magnesium Glycinate 250 mg Softgels
• Douglas Laboratories Magnesium Glycinate 240 mg Tablets
• NOW Foods Magnesium Glycinate 180 mg Capsules
• Solgar Magnesium Glycinate 100 mg Tablets

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Nature’s Bounty

Country of Origin:

• United States.