When magnesium acts as a laxative it is by a mechanism that does not stimulate the bowel. Instead it draws water into the bowel, which then stretches the sensation receptors, to encourage evacuation.
Stimulant type laxatives however, like senna, Dulcolax etc, can desensitize the bowel receptors over time, and create dependence.
I don't believe that the saline cathartics are habit forming in the same way.
You might try gentle heat on your calf muscle to see it that relaxes the cramping. If there is reduced blood flow to that muscle the magnesium cannot get thru when taken orally. Reduced circulation also results in less oxygen getting to the muscle as well!
Soaking in epsom salts might help, or using gentle heat for 20 minutes on the calf about 45min after taking the oral tablet may work.
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