FDA Label for Milk Of Magnesia
View Indications, Usage & Precautions
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH 30 ML DOSE)
- PURPOSE
- USES AS ANTACID
- USES AS SALINE LAXATIVE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- DIRECTIONS FOR ANTACID
- DIRECTIONS FOR SALINE LAXATIVE
- OTHER INFORMATION FOR ANTACID
- OTHER INFORMATION FOR SALINE LAXATIVE
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 ML CUP TRAY LABEL
Milk Of Magnesia Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Major Pharmaceuticals. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Active Ingredient (In Each 30 Ml Dose)
Magnesium hydroxide 2400 mg
Purpose
Antacid / Saline Laxative
Uses As Antacid
• relieves
• heartburn
• sour stomach
• acid indigestion
• and upset stomach associated with these symptoms
Uses As Saline Laxative
• for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
• this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
• kidney disease
• a magnesium-restricted diet
• kidney disease
• a magnesium-restricted diet
• abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
• a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
When Using This Product
• do not take more than 60 mL (2 doses) in a 24-hour period
• do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks except under the advice and superision of a doctor
• may cause a laxative effect
Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are
• presently 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 seriouscondition.
• you need to use a laxative for more that 1 week
Directions For Antacid
• shake well before use
• mL=milliliters
• adults and children 12 years of age or older: 30 mL (1 dose) up to 2 times a day or as directed by a doctor
• children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Directions For Saline Laxative
• do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 60 mL in a 24 hour period
• shake well before use
• mL=milliliters
• drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose
• adults and children 12 years of age or older: 30 mL to 60 mL (1 to 2 doses)
• children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
• the dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
Other Information For Antacid
• each 30 mL contains: magnesium 1 g
• store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F)
• protect from freezing
• tamper-evident: do not use if seal on cup is missing or torn
Other Information For Saline Laxative
• each 30 mL contains: magnesium 1 g
• store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F)
• protect from freezing
• tamper-evident: do not use if seal on cup is missing or torn
Principal Display Panel - 30 Ml Cup Tray Label
MAJOR®
NDC 0904-7564-62
Milk of Magnesia USP
Magnesium Hydroxide 2400 mg
Antacid / Saline Laxative
2400 mg/ 30 mL
SHAKE WELL
Delivers 30 mL
See Drugs Facts Insert
For Institutional Use Only
MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS
Indianapolis, IN 46268
F0431C300325
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