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how much magnesium for muscle spasms?

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St Petersburg, FL
September 9, 2018
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Members discussed how much magnesium helps with muscle spasms, with many sharing that they take 400mg at bedtime, though some noted that... Read more

Members discussed how much magnesium helps with muscle spasms, with many sharing that they take 400mg at bedtime, though some noted that cramping still occurred even at higher doses. Several members also suggested dietary sources like bananas, peanut butter, and beans, while one member shared a detailed personal experience about dangerously low magnesium levels caused by Nexium, which resolved after supplementing. A recurring theme was the importance of talking to a doctor to find the right amount, as one member noted that prescription muscle relaxants like Tizanidine worked better for MS-related spasms.

A MyMSTeam Member

Well i might just put in my 2 cent's worth in; I take suppliments, potassium, Magnesium,all those vitamins: but the only thing that really help's is a little 4 mg pill called 'Tizanidine', it is a prescription That I have had for 18 years and it works, I tried 'Baclofen ' from 1994 till 2000, but it got to where it wouldn't do the job.Hope you have a great and pain free week!

September 11, 2018
A MyMSTeam Member

There are wonderful articles on all sources of magnesium: https://www.mamanatural.com/best-magnesium-supp.... There are many magnesium based foods that provide excellent levels of magnesium. https://www.everydayhealth.com/pictures/foods-h.... Knowing your dietary tolerances is key to making healthy choices and reducing inflammation that promotes muscle spasms and other challenges. Peace and wellness my friends. ;^D

September 9, 2018 (edited)
A MyMSTeam Member

Not sure but eating bananans help also

September 9, 2018
A MyMSTeam Member

Very interesting information regarding the need to take magnesium plus calcium.

https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/2018/04/...

September 10, 2018
A MyMSTeam Member

Eat peanut butter, beans, and bananas. A medium size banana has about 32mg of magnesium, as well as some potassium & vitamin c.

September 9, 2018

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