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MILK OF MAGNESIA

Dosage form
SUSPENSION
Labeler
GOODSENSE
Label updated
2023-11-07
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
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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

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
  • follow each dosage with a full glass (8 oz) of liquid
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 contains: magnesium 500 mg, sodium 6 mg
  • do not freeze
  • store at room temperature tightly closed
Inactive ingredients

carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, D & C red no. 28, flavor, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, purified water, sodium citrate, sodium hypochlorite, sucrose, xanthan gum

Questions or comments?

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package Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: a951617d-c6fa-75e0-e053-2995a90afcf8 · Version 4
NDC: 50804-648