Humco Milk Of Magnesia Usp

Antacid/Saline Laxative

As an antacid: helps relieve acid ingestion, heartburn and sour stomach.

As a laxative: For the temporary relief of occasional constipation. Bowel movement is generally produced in 1.2 to 6 hours.

Drug Facts

Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, kidney desease, are on a magnesium restricted diet, a sudden change in bowel habits lasting longer than 14 days, if you are taking prescription drugs. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

As an antacid: Adults and children 12 yrs. of age and older: 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls with a little water, or as directed by a doctor.

As a laxative: Adults and children 12 yrs. of age and older: 1 to 4 tablespoonfuls followed by a full 8 oz. glass of water.

Children 6 thru 11 yr. of age: 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls followed by a full 8 oz. glass of water.

children 2 thru 5 yrs. of age: 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls followed by a full 8 oz. glass of water.

Children under 2 yrs. of age: consult a doctor before use.

Magnesium Hydroxide 400 mg per teaspoon (5 mL)

acid neutralizing capacilty: 10.0 mEq per teaspoon.

keep tightly closed and avoid freezing.

Purified water

As an antacid, do not take more than the maximum recomended daily dose in a 24 hr. period or take the maximum dose for more than two weeks, except under the advise of a doctor. May have laxative effect.

If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.

If you have rectal bleeding or have no bowel movement after using this product. this could be signs of a serious codition, if you need to use a laxative for more than one week. Frequent or prolonged use may result in the dependence on laxatives.

In the case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

As an antacid: helps relieve acid ingestion, heartburn and sour stomach.

As a laxative: For the temporary relief of occasional constipation. Bowel movement is generally produced in 1.2 to 6 hours.

Drug Facts

Antacid/Saline Laxative

Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, kidney desease, are on a magnesium restricted diet, a sudden change in bowel habits lasting longer than 14 days, if you are taking prescription drugs. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

As an antacid: Adults and children 12 yrs. of age and older: 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls with a little water, or as directed by a doctor.

As a laxative: Adults and children 12 yrs. of age and older: 1 to 4 tablespoonfuls followed by a full 8 oz. glass of water.

Children 6 thru 11 yr. of age: 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls followed by a full 8 oz. glass of water.

children 2 thru 5 yrs. of age: 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls followed by a full 8 oz. glass of water.

Children under 2 yrs. of age: consult a doctor before use.

Magnesium Hydroxide 400 mg per teaspoon (5 mL)

acid neutralizing capacilty: 10.0 mEq per teaspoon.

keep tightly closed and avoid freezing.

Purified water

As an antacid, do not take more than the maximum recomended daily dose in a 24 hr. period or take the maximum dose for more than two weeks, except under the advise of a doctor. May have laxative effect.

If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.

If you have rectal bleeding or have no bowel movement after using this product. this could be signs of a serious codition, if you need to use a laxative for more than one week. Frequent or prolonged use may result in the dependence on laxatives.

In the case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.