MILK OF MAGNESIA

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

Saline laxative

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

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 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 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

• 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

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

• each 15 mL contains: magnesium 500 mg, sodium 6 mg
• store at room temperature tightly closed
• avoid freezing

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