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However, milder products (e.g., stool softeners, bulk-forming laxatives) should be used whenever possible for constipation. Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 3 hours.
Answers (1) I realize this answer is very, very late but may help someone in future. If you are taking magnesium citrate once a day then it is probably best to take it in the morning, as it can cause loose bowel motions and you won't want to go to the toilet often at night. https://www.drugs.com/sfx/magnesium-citrate-side-effects.html. Votes: +0.