The Solgar Calcium Magnesium Citrate is a dietary supplement in tablets, providing 1000mg calcium (125% DV) and 500mg magnesium (133% DV) per daily dose of five tablets. The calcium is in citrate form and the magnesium in oxide and citrate form. The package contains 50 tablets.
It is aimed at adults with increased needs for these two metals: postmenopausal women, older people, athletes with intense muscle strain, and those who consume little dairy.
Calcium is the most abundant metal in the human body and most of it is stored in bones and teeth, where it forms the inorganic lattice that gives them hardness. The rest circulates and participates in muscle contraction and nerve signal transmission. Magnesium participates in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, many of which involve energy transfer within the cell.
In body physiology, the two functions are complementary: calcium is related to contraction, magnesium to muscle relaxation. The citrate form is chosen because it is more soluble than other inorganic salts, which is important for people with low gastric acidity. Calcium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth and normal muscle function*, while magnesium contributes to the normal function of the nervous system and to the reduction of fatigue and tiredness*.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the company describes the formula as follows:
The above formulations are attributed to the producer. In this case, most of them correspond to approved claims for calcium and magnesium.
The calcium to magnesium ratio is two to one, the classic ratio of combination formulations. Both metals cover more than 100 percent of the recommended dietary allowances in the full daily dose.
It suits postmenopausal women who monitor their calcium intake. It suits older adults, where metal absorption often decreases. It suits people with increased physical activity and muscle strain. Finally, it suits vegans and those who avoid dairy and need an alternative calcium source. This is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment for any bone condition.
Main ingredients per 5 tablets: Calcium (as citrate) 1000 mg (125% DV), Magnesium (as oxide, citrate) 500 mg (133% DV).
Other ingredients: bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate), cellulose gum with cross-linked sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, coating agents (hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, vegetable glycerin from palm kernel oil and coconut oil, carnauba wax).
Free from: sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Suitable for vegan diet.
Form: tablets
Recommended dosage: For adults, five (5) tablets daily, preferably with meals.
With the full dose of five tablets per day, the 50 tablet package lasts for ten days, so it is worth calculating if you plan long-term use. You can split the tablets within the day, with meals. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Calcium and magnesium should be taken two hours away from tetracycline and quinoline antibiotics, as they reduce their absorption. This specific magnesium dose may cause mild stomach discomfort in sensitive individuals. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or have health issues. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
Because the full daily dose of 1000mg calcium and 500mg magnesium is distributed in five tablets. This way you can split them with meals.
With the full dose of five tablets per day, ten days.
It means that the metal is bound to citric acid, a form with good solubility, often preferred by people with low gastric acidity.
Keep a two-hour gap from tetracyclines and quinolones, as calcium and magnesium reduce their absorption.
Yes, the product is declared vegan and contains no dairy.
The magnesium dose may cause mild stomach discomfort in sensitive people. Taking it with food usually helps.
Vitamin D contributes to the normal absorption of calcium*, but it is not included in this formula. Consult your pharmacist.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or diagnosis of a human disease.
Main ingredients per 5 tablets: Calcium (as citrate) 1000 mg (125% DV), Magnesium (as oxide, citrate) 500 mg (133% DV).
Other ingredients: bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate), cellulose gum with cross-linked sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, coating agents (hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, vegetable glycerin from palm kernel oil and coconut oil, carnauba wax).
Free from: sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors. Suitable for vegan diet.
Form: tablets
Recommended dosage: For adults, five (5) tablets daily, preferably with meals.
With the full dose of five tablets per day, the 50 tablet package lasts for ten days, so it is worth calculating if you plan long-term use. You can split the tablets within the day, with meals. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
Calcium and magnesium should be taken two hours away from tetracycline and quinoline antibiotics, as they reduce their absorption. This specific magnesium dose may cause mild stomach discomfort in sensitive individuals. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or have health issues. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
