1. What is magnesium?
2. Who needs magnesium?
3. How much magnesium do I need?
4. How can I get more magnesium?
5. Are there any side effects to taking magnesium?
6. Is it possible to take too much magnesium?
7. But I’m taking other medications, can I take my magnesium tablet at the same time?
8. Why MAG-OX 400, by Blaine?
9. Where can I buy MAG-OX 400?

1. What is magnesium?
Magnesium is an essential mineral that is used throughout the body. Magnesium is one of the most abundant elements inside the cells within the human body and is relied upon for a variety of functions. Magnesium is most commonly connected with heart health and the fight against cardiovascular diseases, the number one cause of death in the United States. However, in recent years, research continues to support assertions that magnesium plays a vital role in many other health conditions. You should consult your doctor about uses of MAG-OX 400 and possible applicability to you.

2. Who needs magnesium?
Research is continually shedding new light on this subject. It seems clear that magnesium is needed to fight the development of cardiovascular diseases and maintain good heart health. A number of other conditions such as diabetes have been reported to benefit from improved magnesium status. The findings suggest that most people do not get enough magnesium in their diets and a deficiency can complicate or even cause serious health problems.

Diet – The average American diet often lacks enough magnesium to meet the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance (U.S.R.D.A.). A dietary deficiency of magnesium can create a higher risk of health problems and complicate existing conditions.

Medications – Many diuretics (water tablets) and other prescription medications can cause magnesium and other minerals to be flushed out of your body. Some of the common magnesium depleting drugs are:

Diseases – You may have a disease that wastes magnesium in the urine. For example, diabetes and alcoholism may cause urinary magnesium loss. Patients at risk of cardiovascular diseases or patients receiving certain high blood pressure medications also need to understand the importance of adequate magnesium intake.

3. How much magnesium do I need?
People need enough magnesium to reach the Recommended Daily Allowance (U.S.R.D.A.) for magnesium intake. Research shows that most diets do not meet the U.S.R.D.A.; therefore, a magnesium supplement makes sense to provide the extra that is needed.

Recommended Daily Allowance (U.S.R.D.A.) – Women should get 320 milligrams of magnesium per day and men should get 420 milligrams per day.

Diet – Most Doctors would recommend that you get as much magnesium as you can by including magnesium-rich foods in your diet. Whole grains, cereals, figs, almonds, cashews, brown rice, kidney beans, dairy products and many fruits and vegetables are high in magnesium. The reality is, according to a USDA study, that the majority of Americans do not get enough magnesium in their diet. In fact, the average shortfall is about 100 milligrams. Magnesium supplements can be low cost/high benefit a form of "insurance" for an irregular diet.

4. How can I get more magnesium?
If your physician has recommended additional magnesium for you, the simplest and most common way to get more is by taking a supplement in tablet form.

MAG-OX 400 by Blaine Pharmaceuticals is the #1 recommended magnesium oxide brand and has 240 milligrams of elemental magnesium per tablet. When added to the average diet, one MAG-OX 400 tablet provides enough magnesium to meet the recommended daily allowance (U.S.R.D.A.) for magnesium.

5. Are there any side effects to taking magnesium?
It is generally recommended to take magnesium with food since some individuals may experience a laxative effect. If you experience stomach upset, gas or diarrhea, discuss it with your physician or pharmacist, so that your dosage can be adjusted. Often these effects will be resolved as your body adjusts.

6. Is it possible to take too much magnesium?
The body flushes excess magnesium through urination, so getting too much oral magnesium is difficult; however, patients with renal (kidney) disease should not take magnesium supplements without the direct supervision of a physician.

7. But I’m taking other medications, can I take my magnesium tablet at the same time?
Your physician or pharmacist can provide specific information since some of your other medications may work best if taken alone. If the information you receive on your medication says to avoid taking it with "magnesium containing antacids," then you should also take this medication separate from your magnesium supplement.

8. Why MAG-OX 400, by Blaine?
Requiring only one tablet per day at about ten cents per tablet, MAG-OX 400 has a much greater convenience and value versus other leading brands.

Blaine Pharmaceuticals has been dedicated to magnesium research, education and product development since 1955. The Blaine name represents quality.

9. Where can I buy MAG-OX 400?
MAG-OX 400 by Blaine Pharmaceuticals is available from your pharmacist at your local pharmacy. Do not be fooled by "generic" magnesium products that may offer only one dollar per month of savings – they may not be legitimate substitutes. Be sure that you receive the #1 physician recommended magnesium oxide brand by asking your pharmacist for it by name, MAG-OX 400, by Blaine Pharmaceuticals. The generic product Mag-Oxide 400 is not the same as Blaine MAG-OX 400.