Same molecule as Doctor's Best Magnesium Glycinate, Pure Encapsulations
The magnesium form that actually works. Without the bathroom emergency that magnesium oxide causes.
Magnesium Glycinate 400mg 120ct. The bioavailable form (80 percent absorbed vs 4 percent for oxide). Sleep, muscle relaxation, blood pressure support. The mineral most American adults are deficient in.
Ships within 1 to 2 business days from our pharmacy. Free shipping on subscriptions and orders over $50.
The protocol.
- 1 to 2 capsules (400 to 800mg) daily, evening preferred
- Evening timing supports sleep onset and quality
- Take with food for tolerance
- Allow 3 to 7 days for sleep and muscle effects
- Space 4 hours from levothyroxine. Magnesium binds to thyroid medication.
Safe for. Use with caution.
Safe for
- Adults with sleep difficulty or muscle cramping
- Patients on PPIs or thiazide diuretics (deplete magnesium)
- Adults with elevated blood pressure (with physician guidance)
- Long term daily use without dependence
Use with caution
- On levothyroxine. Space 4 hours minimum.
- On bisphosphonates. Space 2 hours minimum.
- Severe kidney disease. Magnesium clearance impaired. Consult physician.
- On other magnesium supplements simultaneously. Total daily intake matters.
Before you buy just the tablet, look at this.
Complete Sleep Support Kit$39.99
- Magnesium Glycinate 400mg
- Melatonin 1mg
- B-Complex with B12
- Vitamin D3 1000 IU
Individual total: $47.96 → Kit: $39.99 → You save $7.97.
Plus you skip the $50 minimum entirely.
Get the Complete Kit. Best ValueSleep Wellness Kit
Magnesium glycinate is a common part of a wind-down routine. If sleep is the goal, the Sleep Wellness Kit combines it with the other pharmacist-selected sleep support.
See the Sleep Wellness KitThis product is new to the shop. Verified customer reviews will appear here as they come in. Have a question before then? Ask Dr. Mike.
What chain pharmacies never explain.
Most Americans are magnesium deficient. Refined food processing removes magnesium. Modern soils have less of it. The two most widely prescribed drug classes in older adults (proton pump inhibitors and thiazide diuretics) actively deplete magnesium further. The consequences include muscle cramps, insomnia, constipation, elevated blood pressure, and increased cardiovascular risk.
The glycinate form is the one Dr. Mike recommends because it absorbs without GI side effects. Magnesium oxide, the cheap form found in discount supplements, is only 4 percent bioavailable. The 96 percent that doesn't absorb causes the loose stools that give magnesium its reputation. Magnesium glycinate is 80 percent plus bioavailable.
The glycine component independently promotes sleep through GABA pathways. GABA is the brain's primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, the chemical signal that says slow down, relax, sleep. Glycine enhances GABA activity, supporting sleep onset and quality. This is why magnesium glycinate is uniquely well suited as a sleep supplement compared to other magnesium forms.
This is not interchangeable with generic magnesium from a discount store. The form matters substantially.
Most Americans are magnesium deficient. Refined food processing removes magnesium. The two most commonly prescribed medication classes in adults over 50 actively deplete magnesium. The consequences include muscle cramps, insomnia, constipation, elevated blood pressure, and increased cardiovascular risk. The glycinate form is the one I recommend because it absorbs without GI side effects, and the glycine component independently promotes sleep through GABA pathways. This is not interchangeable with magnesium oxide from a discount store.
Dr. Mike Acheampong, PharmD, MPH. Fairview Pharmacy, Hattiesburg, MS.
Questions, answered.
Is this product third party tested?
Yes. Every product in the Fairview Wellness Essentials line meets at least one of these independent standards: USP Verified, NSF Certified, or ConsumerLab Tested. These organizations test for purity (no heavy metals or contaminants), potency (label dose matches contents), and dissolution (the tablet actually breaks down and absorbs). Third party verification is one of the three required tests every Wellness Essentials product must pass.
Will this interact with my prescription medications?
Many supplements interact with common prescriptions. Fish oil with warfarin can elevate bleeding risk. Vitamin K with warfarin destabilizes INR. Calcium with levothyroxine reduces thyroid absorption. Magnesium with bisphosphonates affects bone medication absorption. Before ordering, call the pharmacy for a free medication interaction review. Takes 10 minutes. Included with every order.
How soon will my order ship?
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days from our pharmacy in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. You'll receive tracking once your package leaves the pharmacy. Free shipping on orders over $50. Kit purchases skip the $50 minimum and qualify for free shipping automatically.
What is your return policy?
30 day money back guarantee on unopened or opened products. If a supplement isn't working for you, return it for a full refund. If something arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us within 7 days and we'll make it right.
Can I use my FSA or HSA card?
Yes. Fairview Pharmacy accepts FSA and HSA cards for eligible products. Many vitamins and supplements qualify with a Letter of Medical Necessity from your physician. Contact us if you have questions about specific product eligibility.
One product is good. The kit is the protocol.
Dr. Mike doesn't hand patients single products. He hands them protocols. The Complete Sleep Support Kit is the full version of what most people need. And it skips the $50 minimum.