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Careone Milk of magnesia OriginalMilk of Magnesia Original

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Retail Business Services, LLC.
Label updated
2024-12-11
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
Magnesium Hydroxide
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

PURPOSE

Saline laxative

USE(S)

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity). This product usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours.

WARNINGS

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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 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 PREGNANCY 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. 

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.
  • for accurate dosing, only use the dosing cup provided
  • mL=milliliter

adults and children 12 years and older   30 mL to 60 mL 
children 6 to 11 years 15 mL to 30 mL
children under 6years ask a doctor

OTHER INFORMATION
  • each 15 mL contains: magnesium 500 mg
  • store at 20  -  25oC (68 - 77oF), Avoid excessive heat above 40oC(104oF). Avoid freezing. Close cap tightly after use.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

citric acid, glycerin, hydroxyethyl cellulose, purified water, sodium hypochlorite, sucrose.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

CAREone TM

NDC : 72476-661-05

Compare to the active ingredients in Phillips'® Milk of Magnesia*

MILK OF MAGNESIA

Saline Laxative

Magnesium Hydroxide 1200 mg per 15 mL

Original Flavor

Comfortable, Cramp Free Relief!

Stimulant Free

12FL OZ (355 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 13ffb00b-7c6f-47aa-bc82-2402d121a758 · Version 2
NDC: 72476-661