GOOD SENSE MILK OF MAGNESIA STIMULANT FREE- magnesium hydroxide liquid 
L Perrigo Company

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Perrigo Milk of Magnesia Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each 15 mL TBSP)

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

Purpose

Saline laxative

Uses

  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces bowel movement in ½ 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 more than 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

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. (1-800-222-1222)

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
  • drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose
  • for accurate dosing, use dose cup provided
  • TBSP = tablespoonful
adults and children 12 years and older 2 to 4 TBSP.
children 6 to 11 years1 to 2 TBSP.
children under 6 yearsask a doctor

Other information

  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains: calcium 20 mg, magnesium 595 mg, and sodium 2 mg
  • store at 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF)
  • keep tightly closed
  • avoid freezing

Inactive ingredients

light mineral oil, peppermint oil, purified water, saccharin sodium

Questions or comments?

1-800-719-9260

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Stimulant Free

Saline Laxitive

Milk of Magnesia

Magnesium Hydroxide

Comfortable, Cramp Free Relief

Sugar Free

Fresh Mint

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Milk of Magnesia Front Label

Milk of Magnesia Front Label

Milk of Magnesia Back Label

Milk of Magnesia Back Label

GOOD SENSE MILK OF MAGNESIA  STIMULANT FREE
magnesium hydroxide liquid
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUG LABELItem Code (Source)NDC:0113-0332
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE) MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE1200 mg  in 15 mL
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
LIGHT MINERAL OIL 
WATER 
SACCHARIN SODIUM 
PEPPERMINT OIL 
Product Characteristics
ColorWHITE (opaque) Score    
ShapeSize
FlavorMINTImprint Code
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:0113-0332-40355 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC monograph not finalpart33406/15/1991
Labeler - L Perrigo Company (006013346)

Revised: 1/2010
Document Id: d92affaf-d970-4500-8527-3eb38c37e5ac
Set id: d92affaf-d970-4500-8527-3eb38c37e5ac
Version: 1
Effective Time: 20100118
 
L Perrigo Company