Magnesium Citrate

Does anyone know how quickly this works? I have to take it tomorrow for surgery Wednesday. I have a hair and nail appointment and I don't want it to hit right in the middle of them. Does it take a few hours?

I'd plan on staying home after taking the mag citrate. If I remember right, it's onset is unpredictable.

Amy

Right, it kicks in from minutes to hrs. Do your appt first or you could be really sorry.

It's good that you are taking care of yourself prior to surgery (hair,nails..) but I agree with what the other sisters advised, and stay home once youve taken the mag citrate. It affected me a few hours after drinking the 1st half dose, but it can have an immediate affect on other people.
Also, I remember I was told to take off all nail polish prior to surgery, so I'd check on that before getting a manicure.

Does that include pedis too? I'd really love to at least feel like my toes were looking good! I need some pampering right now!

You should be safe with the pedi. They put an oxygen sensor on your finger.

It did take a few hours for me, and each time I pretty well ran to the bathroom, I didn't get much warning. There is absoloutely no way I would want to be gone from the house...an embarrassing incident would be sure to follow!

I wasn't allowed polish even on my toes.

Wishing you the very best for your procedure on Wednesday and hoping you have a smooooth recovery!

Thanks everyone. I think you've made the decision for me. Ill take it right after my appointment. My nail appointment is to get the polish off my toes and a French manicure on my fingers. I got that approved! Thanks so much for all the responses. You guys are the best!

We're in the same boat. I get to take the stuff tomorrow too. We'll be one step closer to feeling better.

LOL yes I get to take the wonderful stuff too! I have to take it all within 30 min. I bet I will be staying VERY close to the bathroom! I got the lemonaid flavor...was torn between that and the cherry