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June 20
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Great question! Since your cardiologist already has you on magnesium chloride, it's worth knowing that there are several forms of magnesium that may be helpful for Parkinson's symptoms specifically.

The most commonly discussed forms include:

- Magnesium citrate – Often used for muscle cramps and constipation, a common Show Full Answer

Great question! Since your cardiologist already has you on magnesium chloride, it's worth knowing that there are several forms of magnesium that may be helpful for Parkinson's symptoms specifically.

The most commonly discussed forms include:

- Magnesium citrate – Often used for muscle cramps and constipation, a common Parkinson's symptom
- Magnesium oxide – Some find it helpful for hand cramping
- Magnesium chloride – What you're currently taking
- Magnesium L-threonate – Being studied for Parkinson's as it may cross the blood-brain barrier more easily than other forms A MyParkinsonsTeam member shared that magnesium citrate taken at bedtime helped with both constipation and sleep. Another noted magnesium oxide helped with hand cramping specifically.

Since you're already under a cardiologist's care for magnesium, it's really important to check with both your cardiologist and neurologist before switching or adding any form. Magnesium can interact with certain medications, and too much can become toxic if your kidneys aren't processing it efficiently.

June 20

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