Magnesium decreases excessive activity in nerve cells by inhibiting NMDA receptors and increasing GABA-mediated signaling.
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Magnesium decreases excessive activity in nerve cells by inhibiting NMDA receptors and increasing GABA-mediated signaling.
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Magnesium reduces neuronal overexcitation by blocking NMDA receptors and enhancing GABAergic inhibition.
Magnesium enters brain cells and blocks NMDA receptors, preventing excessive calcium influx that causes overexcitation. At the same time, magnesium increases the number of GABA receptors, making inhibitory signals stronger and calming neuronal activity.
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Study: Magnesium Ions as Modulators of Voltage-Gated and Ligand-Gated Ion Channels in Central Neurons
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