Haley wrote:After reading these forums, I think I'd like to try magnesium to keep my BMs as soft as possible. Just a few questions, I'd really apprecaite your feedback:
1. Magnesium tablets or Milk of Magnesia? What's the real difference? Magnesium is an essential nutrient in the body, while milk of magnesia is a laxative and is harsher. They are all magnesium though.
2. Can I become dependant? I became dependant on laxatives when I first got my fissure and it was a nightmare to shake. Magnesium DV is 350mg, so try not to take beyond that with supplements and food intake. According to my CRS, taking any laxatives can make us dependent after some time.
3. How much should I take and when? Bcos magnesium is able to relax the muscles, it's good to take it an hrs after meals, and preferably just before you sleep. DV is 350mg, for me i was taking 400mg magnesium oxide for 3 months already and i'm good, helps me to have regular BM like clockwork.
4. Are there any side effects? For me no. Too much magnesium, i believe can cause diarrhea.
5. So far, I'm having three glasses of prune juice a day and this REALLY helps but I sometimes need BMs even softer. Should I forget the Magnesium and just up the prune juice??? For me, i have been taking half a glass of prune juice in the morning and a magnesium oxide 400mg before i sleep. So it's really up to you. I guess u shld try magnesium esp. if you have spasms now.
I'm scared to try anything new nowadays as I hate when something has a negative effect or I end up on the toilet all day! But... fortune favours the brave, right? I've heard really good things about magnesium. SO... I have MOM and the tablets here... will wait and see what you guys think before I take anything.
Wishing you comfortable! xx