interaction.
Gabapentin and Pregabalin
These medications for nerve pain and seizures may have reduced absorption when taken close to magnesium supplements.
Separating doses by a few hours is a common strategy.
Other Supplements That May Compete with Magnesium Absorption
High doses of certain minerals can create magnesium interactions at the absorption level:
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Zinc: Very high zinc intake may reduce magnesium absorption.
Calcium: Magnesium and calcium share absorption pathways; extremely high doses of either can interfere with the other.
Iron: Large magnesium doses might slightly lower iron absorption.
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