A study published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology compared how clear liquid diets compared to low-residue diets for colonoscopy bowel preparation. In both diets, patients were given a ...

Inadequate cleansing of the colon has an adverse effect on procedure time, safety, completion rate and diagnostic accuracy. Until now, it has been unclear whether the combination of the stimulant ...

CHICAGO — For bowel cleanliness and readiness, polyethylene glycol is better than a combination of sodium picosulfate plus magnesium citrate, and split dosing over 2 days is more effective than split ...

Magnesium has been referred to as "the forgotten electrolyte". Like sodium, potassium, and calcium, magnesium becomes a positively charged ion (cation) in the body, where it is responsible for ...

Magnesium citrate, while generally safe, can cause side effects such as diarrhea, stomach pain, dehydration, nausea and ...

You can use magnesium glycinate for stress relief, sleep support, and muscle relaxation. Magnesium citrate may be better for constipation relief, but it may cause diarrhea and dehydration. A doctor or ...

The time it takes for your body to clear magnesium citrate varies. It depends on the dose, formulation, and other factors that enhance or inhibit magnesium absorption. Jump to Key Takeaways. To ...

Magnesium citrate is an osmotic laxative that could help treat occasional constipation. But it may cause some side effects, including diarrhea. Constipation can be very uncomfortable and even painful ...

This supplement contains two well-absorbed forms of magnesium: magnesium citrate and dimagnesium malate. Together, these forms may help reduce fatigue, muscle tenderness, and support kidney function.