FDA Label for Milk Of Magnesia

Active Ingredient (In Each 15 Ml)

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

Purpose

Saline laxative

Uses

• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

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.

Otc - 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.

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	30 mL to 60 mL
children 6 to 11 years	15 mL to 30 mL
children under 6 years	ask a doctor

Other Information

• each 15 mL tablespoonful contains: magnesium 500 mg
• avoid freezing
• store at room temperature tightly closed

Inactive Ingredients

purified water, sodium hypochlorite

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