MILK OF MAGNESIA magnesium hydroxide WATER SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE MAGNESIUM CATION HYDROXIDE ION
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
DRUG: MILK OF MAGNESIA GENERIC: magnesium hydroxide DOSAGE: SUSPENSION ADMINSTRATION: ORAL NDC: 70518-3406-0 NDC: 70518-3406-1 PACKAGING: 30 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE OUTER PACKAGING: 10 in 1 BOX ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S): MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 1200mg in 15mL INACTIVE INGREDIENT(S): WATER SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE Remedy_Label MM2
- DRUG: MILK OF MAGNESIA GENERIC: magnesium hydroxide DOSAGE: SUSPENSION ADMINSTRATION: ORAL NDC: 70518-3406-0 NDC: 70518-3406-1 PACKAGING: 30 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE OUTER PACKAGING: 10 in 1 BOX ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S): MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 1200mg in 15mL INACTIVE INGREDIENT(S): WATER SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE Remedy_Label MM2
Overview
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Dosage & Administration
Directions • shake well before use • do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period • 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 age dose adults and children 12 years and over 2 to 4 tablespoonfuls children 6 to 11 years 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Purpose
Purpose Saline laxative
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Storage & Handling
Other information • each 15 mL tablespoonful contains: magnesium 500 mg • avoid freezing • store at room temperature tightly closed
Questions
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