MILK OF MAGNESIA magnesium hydroxide liquid

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: NBZ3QY004S) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838, HYDROXIDE ION - UNII:9159UV381P)

Available from:

Western Family Foods Inc

INN (International Name):

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE

Composition:

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 1200 mg in 15 mL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Authorization status:

OTC monograph not final

Summary of Product characteristics

MILK OF MAGNESIA- MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE LIQUID
WESTERN FAMILY FOODS INC
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may be marketed if they_
_comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not
evaluated whether this product complies._
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WESTERN FAMILY MILK OF MAGNESIA DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH 15 ML TABLESPOON)
Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg
PURPOS E
Saline laxative
US ES
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WARNINGS
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
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ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or
after other drugs. Laxatives may
affect how other drugs work.
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
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IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING,
ask a health professional before use.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control
Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
DIRECTIONS
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relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
generally produces bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours
kidney disease
a magnesium-restricted diet
stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting
a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this
product. These could be signs of
a serious condition.
you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period
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adults and children 12
years and older
30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP)
children 6 to 11 years
15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP)
children under 6 years
ask a doctor
OTHER INFORMATION
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INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
anhydrous citric acid, D&C red #28, flavor, glycerin, purified water,
sorbitol solution, sucrose, xanthan
gum
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Milk of Magnesia
SALINE LAXATIVE
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
Gluten Free
Comfortable, Cramp Free Relief
Stimulant Free
ALCOHOL 0.4%
Wild Cherry Flavor
COMPARE TO PHILLIPS’® MILK OF MAGNESIA Active Ingredient
12 FL OZ (355 mL)
shake well before use
dose may be taken