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MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP.
Label updated
2025-05-23
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
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.

Label information

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Keep out of reach of children.

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 adults and children 12 years and older: 2 to 4 tablespoonfuls (TBSP) children 6 to 11 years: 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls (TBSP) children under 6 years: ask a doctor


Other information

• magnesium 500 mg • store at room temperature and avoid freezing • close cap tightly after use • each 15 mL tablespoonful contains:


TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted neckband is missing or broken.

Inactive ingredients

purified water, sodium hypochlorite

MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL (MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE) LIQUID

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 30fb7b5e-56a3-423e-ae57-432006b54fff · Version 11
NDC: 17856-0788