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How Long After Magnesium Citrate Consumption Will Constipation Ease?
Hello--I drank 1/2 bottle of magnesium citrate to help with constipation (I hardly ever am constipated--like maybe three times in my life). Anyway, how long until I expect results; should I drink the rest of the bottle; and may I have dinner in maybe a half-hour?
Hi & Welcome. Relief from constipation usually occurs within 30 minutes to 3 hours.
Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 3 hours.
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How Long After Magnesium Citrate Consumption Will Constipation Ease?
Hi & Welcome. Relief from constipation usually occurs within 30 minutes to 3 hours. Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 3 hours. Hope this answers your query.