Magnesium not agreeing

[2sara1]

Started taking magnesium and it's been okay up until today, it's really upsetting my tummy! (Sorry too much info) but how can I stop this? Am I taking too much? I took 400mg this morning 

[Vivante]

Did your GP Advise to take Magnesium? Were you given a reason for taking meds? There are always unpleasant side effects, if you still feel uncomfortable after a week or so, see your GP again. Please do not take any meds that are not prescribed by your GP.

[2sara1 in reply to Vivante]

Yes he suggested different vitamins, magnesium, b12 because I'm low and vit d. 

[Roma26 in reply to Vivante]

There is a magnesium lotion that I started using.......no tummy problems.

[foxglove in reply to Roma26]

Would you be kind enough to tell me what magnesium lotion you use?  I use magnesium oil but think I've got too used to it .  Didn't know there was a lotion!

[Roma26 in reply to foxglove]

It is Ancient Minerals magnesium lotion purchased from Amazon.  You can google it to learn more about it.

[foxglove in reply to Roma26]

Thanks, will check this out. I find their mag. oil very good, and good value .  A little goes  long way1

[foxglove in reply to Roma26]

Have just googled mag. lotion and such a lot - all prices - I would be grateful if you would share the info . about the one you use

[MrMike]

i actually talked to a pharmacist yesterday as i too was looking to try taking magnesium for my anxiety. she informed me that taking 400 mg or less a day could be ok since any more would usually cause tummy issues such as the runs..since magnesium is a laxative. i think everyone reacts to it differently and maybe adjusting your dosage can help. i also know that there are different types of magnesium such as magnesium citrate and others...but i have not read about what the difference is between them all. she also suggested i try and get more magnesium through foods that i eat...which would minimize any side effects like those that supplements can cause.