Supplement × Prescription·a synergy·Moderate evidence
Low magnesium can increase torsades de pointes risk in patients taking QT-prolonging drugs such as ziprasidone.
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What is happening. Low magnesium can increase torsades de pointes risk in patients taking QT-prolonging drugs such as ziprasidone.
Mechanism. Adequate magnesium supports cardiac repolarization stability and reduces arrhythmia vulnerability when QT is prolonged.
Recommendation. Correct magnesium deficiency under clinician guidance; do not use magnesium as a substitute for ECG or electrolyte monitoring in high-risk patients.
Effect on the composite score
If both Magnesium Glycinate and Ziprasidone are in the same stack, this pair applies +2 to your Stack Score (per scored synergy row).
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