Medibest Milk of Magnesia

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each 15 mL Tablespoon) Purpose

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg...............…………..........Saline laxative

Saline laxative

Use relieves occasional constipation (irregularity). This product usually produces bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours.

Warnings

● 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.

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

● 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.

● mL = milliliter; TBSP = Tablespoon

adults and children 12 years and older	30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP)
children 6 to 11 years	15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP)
children under 6 years	ask a doctor

Other information

● each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: magnesium 500 mg

● each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: Sodium 3mg

● store at room temperature and avoid freezing.  Close cap tightly after use.

Inactive ingredients: Citric acid, purified water, sodium hypochlorite

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