Some antibiotics, such as tetracyclines (e.g., doxycycline) and fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin), can bind to magnesium, reducing how much of the antibiotic the body absorbs.
Tip: Separate doses by 2–4 hours if approved by your healthcare provider.
🦴 Bisphosphonates
Medications for bone health, such as alendronate or risedronate, may have reduced absorption when taken close to magnesium.
Tip: Take bisphosphonates at least 2 hours apart from magnesium.
🩸 Blood pressure medications (calcium channel blockers)
Magnesium can have a mild relaxing effect on blood vessels, which may enhance the effects of medications like amlodipine or diltiazem.
Tip: Monitor blood pressure carefully if combining.
🧠 Gabapentin
This medication for nerve pain or seizures may be absorbed less effectively with magnesium.
Tip: Spacing doses can help.
🫁 Levothyroxine (thyroid medication)
Magnesium can interfere with the absorption of thyroid hormones.
Tip: Take levothyroxine on an empty stomach, separate from magnesium.
💧 Diuretics
