Hawthorn & Magnesium

Caution Stacking
Caution Stacking

Both lower blood pressure and the effect may be additive.

Mechanism

Magnesium relaxes blood vessel walls while hawthorn dilates blood vessels and has mild ACE-inhibitor activity.

Recommendation

Monitor blood pressure if combining. May cause excessive blood pressure drops, especially when standing.

Drug interaction context

Known drug category interactions for these supplements. Especially relevant if you take prescription medications.

Warning Magnesium × Antibiotics (tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones)

Magnesium binds to these antibiotics in the gut, significantly reducing their absorption and effectiveness.

Take magnesium at least 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after these antibiotics.

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Tolerable upper intake limits

Reference values for safe daily intake of these supplements.

Magnesium
350.000 mg
adults NIH ODS / IOM

UL is for supplemental magnesium only (not dietary). Diarrhea is the primary adverse effect.

Medical Disclaimer: Noyemi provides information from published research for educational purposes only. This content is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before starting, stopping, or changing any supplement regimen, especially if you take medications or have existing health conditions.