Along with vitamin D, magnesium became one of those supplements that grew massively in popularity starting around the height of the pandemic. The Cleveland Clinic suggests magnesium could be called the “best supporting mineral” for its multi-functionality, adding explanations for what popular versions of the supplement are known for—from the Cleveland Clinic’s site:

  • Magnesium glycinate is used in products to help promote sleep.

  • Magnesium citrate is a powerful laxative.

  • Magnesium oxide is sold as an antacid and migraine relief aid.

  • Magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is known as a muscle relaxant.

This variability among listed indications can dictate at which point in the day an individual takes their magnesium supplement—that is, someone taking it for sleep typically wouldn’t ingest theirs first thing in the morning, and instead would probably take it close to bedtime.

That point becomes even more relevant in a new recall report published this weekend by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). On June 19, the FDA issued a report from the prior day that announced the recall of one magnesium glycinate product, starting on May 12.

A reported 13,920 bottles of magnesium glycinate gummies were recalled due to the presence of undeclared melatonin—which, as an ingredient mimicking the most recognized natural sleep hormone, possibly would compound the sleep effect.

To identify whether your magnesium glycinate is impacted, the recalling firm is Wyoming-based Dkiru LLC (the recalled product appears to have been made at their Dublin, Ireland operation), and other details include:

Adndale magnesium glycinate gummies

  • 90-count, 400-milligram (mg) gummies

  • Lots and expirations:

    • LOT 190824, Expiration Date: 08/19/2026

    • LOT 240923, Expiration Date: 09/22/2026

    • LOT 240929, Expiration Date: 09/28/2026

On June 18, the FDA called this a Class II recall, signifying by their determination “a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.”

The Cleveland Clinic suggests that magnesium amount could have been on the high side for some consumers, as men ages 14 and older are recommended to take around 400 milligrams per day; while that amount tops the maximum 320-milligram recommended daily allowance for women. The Clinic also states that too much magnesium can lead to G.I. symptoms, low blood pressure, fatigue, kidney issues, and more.

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