Touyz, R.M. (1991) Magnesium supplementation as an adjuvant to synthetic calcium channel antagonists in the treatment of hypertension. Medical Hypotheses, 36(2), pp. 140-141. (doi: 10.1016/0306-9877(91)90256-X)
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Abstract
Magnesium (Mg<sup>2+</sup>) has antagonistic properties to calcium (Ca<sup>2+</sup>) and has been termed the physiologic Ca<sup>2+</sup> blocker. Synthetic Ca<sup>2+</sup> channel blockers are extensively used as anti-hypertensive agents. It is hypothesised that when administered in combination synthetic Ca<sup>2+</sup> channel blockers and Mg are synergistic in the treatment of hypertension.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Touyz, Professor Rhian |
Authors: | Touyz, R.M. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health |
Journal Name: | Medical Hypotheses |
ISSN: | 0306-9877 |
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