Magnesium Hydroxide 1200 Mg Per 5 Ml Oral Suspension
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 10 mL)
Magnesium hydroxide 2400 mg
Purpose
Saline laxative
Uses
As an Antacid
- heartburn
- upset/sour stomach
- acid indigestion
As a Laxative
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) This product usually produces bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours.
Warnings
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
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.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
As an Antacid
- do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 20 mL in a 24 hour period
- shake well before use
- can be taken with water
- mL = milliliter
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) |
| children under 12 years of age | ask a doctor |
As a Laxative
- do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period
- shake well before use
- 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
| adults and children 12 years and older | 15 mL to 30 mL |
| children under 12 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
- each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: magnesium 1000 mg
- Sodium Content: 19 mg/10 mL
- store at room temperature, 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F). Avoid freezing.
- Milk of Magnesia Concentrate (white suspension, lemon flavored) is supplied in the following oral dosage form:
NDC 0121-0940-10: 10 mL unit dose cup, in a tray of ten cups.
Inactive ingredients
glycerin, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lemon oil, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate
dihydrate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, and sucrose.
Questions or comments?
Call 1-800-845-8210
MANUFACTURED BY
Pharmaceutical
Associates, Inc.
Greenville, SC 29605
www.paipharma.com
R07/21
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 10 mL Unit-Dose Cup Tray Label
NDC 0121-0940-10
Milk of Magnesia Concentrate
Each 10 mL contains:
Magnesium Hydroxide 2400 mg.
ANTACID/ SALINE LAXATIVE
SHAKE WELL
Package Not Child-Resistant
See Insert