Can I Take magnesium with probiotics?

SUMMARY:

Magnesium supplements and probiotic supplements have no well-known, clinically significant interactions and are generally safe to take together for most people. Monitor for mild gastrointestinal effects (e.g., loose stools) and ask a healthcare provider if you have severe illness, are immunocompromised, or are taking other prescription medicines.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Drug classes: magnesium = mineral supplement; probiotics = live microorganisms. No major interaction documented between oral magnesium and probiotic products. Possible considerations: high-dose magnesium can cause diarrhea which may affect tolerability of probiotics; probiotics are sometimes less useful when taken concurrently with antibiotics (not relevant to magnesium). Separate dosing is not routinely required for magnesium vs probiotics. Consult a clinician before combining supplements with prescription medications (e.g., antibiotics, levothyroxine, bisphosphonates) or if pregnant, breastfeeding, or immunocompromised.