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Magnesium para High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

B Evidencia Al menos un ensayo aleatorizado lo respalda, con resultados mayoritariamente consistentes.

Meta-analysis of 34 RCTs: systolic -2.0 mmHg, diastolic -1.78 mmHg at 368 mg/day. Greater effects in magnesium-deficient populations. Approximately 50% of US adults consume below the estimated average requirement.

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Conclusión

Meta-analysis of 34 RCTs: systolic -2.0 mmHg, diastolic -1.78 mmHg at 368 mg/day. Greater effects in magnesium-deficient populations. Approximately 50% of US adults consume below the estimated average requirement.

Key Study Findings

Review
Dietary supplements and prevention of preeclampsia.
Dose: 500 mg daily vs: Placebo Outcome: Preeclampsia risk reduction Efecto: ~50% risk reduction None

Población: Pregnant women with low calcium intake

Case Reports 13.0 weeks
A case report of Gitelman syndrome in children.
Dose: 3 g vs: None Outcome: pain reduction Efecto: None None

Población: Hypokalemia

Review
Nutritional prevention of cognitive decline and dementia.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Cognitive decline prevention Efecto: None None

Población: Older adults at risk of cognitive decline

Systematic Review
The impact of essential fatty acid, B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium and zinc supplementation on …
Dose: varied: EFAs, B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, zinc as dietary supplements vs: Placebo Efecto: None None
Review
Prevention of hypokalemia caused by diuretics.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: mineral status Efecto: None None

Población: hypertensive patients

Randomized Controlled Trial n=48 26.0 weeks
Effects of spironolactone on serum and muscle electrolytes in patients on long-term diuretic therapy for …
Dose: 100 mg/d vs: control group Outcome: blood pressure Efecto: None None

Población: hypertensive patients

Key Statistics

34

Estudios

2028

Participantes

Positive

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Calificación

Referenced Papers

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Dosificaciones de uso común

general:
310-420 mg/day
bloodpressuresupport:
300-500 mg/day
cardiovascularsupport:
300-400 mg/day elemental magnesium

Límite superior: 350 mg/day from supplements only (no UL for food magnesium)

Dosificaciones estudiadas en la investigación

Dosificación Duración Efecto N
500 mg daily -- Positive --
3 g 13.0 weeks Mixed --
None -- Mixed --
varied: EFAs, B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, zinc as dietary supplements -- Mixed --
None -- Mixed --
100 mg/d 26.0 weeks Mixed 48

Mejor momento para tomar: With meals to reduce GI side effects; evening dosing may support sleep

Safety & Side Effects

Efectos secundarios reportados

  • Diarrhea (especially magnesium oxide and citrate)
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal cramping
  • Excessive doses may cause hypotension or cardiac depression

Interacciones conocidas

  • Bisphosphonates (reduced absorption — separate by 2 hours)
  • Antibiotics (tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones — separate by 2-4 hours)
  • Diuretics (thiazides reduce, loop diuretics increase magnesium loss)
  • Proton pump inhibitors (long-term use may cause hypomagnesemia)

Ingesta máxima tolerable: 350 mg/day from supplements only (no UL for food magnesium)

Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Magnesium help with High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
Based on 34 studies with 2,028 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Magnesium may support High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).
How much Magnesium should I take for High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 310-420 mg/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Magnesium?
Reported side effects may include Diarrhea (especially magnesium oxide and citrate), Nausea, Abdominal cramping, Excessive doses may cause hypotension or cardiac depression. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Magnesium and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 34 peer-reviewed studies with 2,028 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

References

  1. [1] Takafumi Ushida et al.. Hypertens Res. 2025. Dietary supplements and prevention of preeclampsia. doi:10.1038/s41440-025-02144-9 PubMed
  2. [2] Jing Ying et al.. Medicine (Baltimore). 2023. A case report of Gitelman syndrome in children. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000033509 PubMed
  3. [3] Ligia J Dominguez et al.. Acta Biomed. 2018. Nutritional prevention of cognitive decline and dementia. doi:10.23750/abm.v89i2.7401 PubMed
  4. [4] Delia McCabe et al.. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017. The impact of essential fatty acid, B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium and zinc supplementation on stress levels in women: a … doi:10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-002965 PubMed
  5. [5] E Bourke et al.. Heart Dis Stroke. 1994. Prevention of hypokalemia caused by diuretics. PubMed
  6. [6] T Dyckner et al.. Eur J Clin Pharmacol. 1986. Effects of spironolactone on serum and muscle electrolytes in patients on long-term diuretic therapy for congestive heart failure and/or arterial … doi:10.1007/BF00542411 PubMed

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