Can You Take Magnesium and Potassium Together?
No documented interaction was identified between magnesium and potassium in the sources reviewed.
What the interaction means
Neither the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements' magnesium fact sheet nor its potassium fact sheet names the other mineral anywhere in its interactions section.
No documented interaction was identified in the authoritative sources reviewed. This is not a guarantee that no interaction exists for every dose, formulation, or individual -- it means the sources checked did not document one.
Practical context
Both substances' own current NIH fact sheets were checked directly, full text, in both directions.
What the sources say
Last reviewed 2026-08-23
Medical information disclaimer: this information is general and educational. It does not diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, or determine whether a combination is safe for you personally. Follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist or clinician before starting, stopping, or combining products. Full disclaimer.
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