Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel NDC 55154-9403-5 MILK OF MAGNESIA USP 5 CUPS 2400mg/30mL bag label
- Principal Display Panel NDC 55154-9403-5 MILK OF MAGNESIA USP 5 CUPS 2400mg/30mL bag label
Overview
Uses As an Antacid • heartburn • upset/sour stomach • acid indigestion As a Laxative (usually within ½ to 6 hours) • occasional constipation (irregularity)
Indications & Usage
Uses As an Antacid • heartburn • upset/sour stomach • acid indigestion As a Laxative (usually within ½ to 6 hours) • occasional constipation (irregularity)
Dosage & Administration
Directions As an Antacid • do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period • shake well before use • can be taken with water • mL = milliliter adults and children 12 years of age and over 5 to 15 mL (1 to 3 teaspoonfuls) children under 12 years of age ask a doctor As a Laxative • do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 60 mL in a 24 hour period • shake well before use • dose may be taken once a day preferably at bedtime, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor. Drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose. • mL = milliliter; TBSP = Tablespoon adults and children 12 years and older 30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP) children 6 – 11 years 15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP) children under 6 years ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have • kidney disease • a magnesium-restricted diet • stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 14 days Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use If you are taking a prescription drug. This product may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if • 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 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.
Purpose
Purpose Saline laxative
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if • 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
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Storage & Handling
Other information • each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: magnesium 400 mg • store at room temperature, 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F). Avoid freezing. • Milk of Magnesia USP (white suspension, spearmint flavor) is supplied in the following oral dosage form:
Questions
Questions or comments? Call 1-800-845-8210
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