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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 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.

• 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

• 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.

purified water, sodium hypochlorite

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