Label: MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL- magnesium hydroxide liquid

  • NDC Code(s): 0904-0788-14, 0904-0788-16
  • Packager: MAJOR Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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  • Active ingredient (in each 15 mL)

    Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

  • Purpose

    Saline laxative

  • Uses

    • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
    • usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 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 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

    • 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 older30 mL to 60 mL
    children 6 to 11 years15 mL to 30 mL
    children under 6 yearsask a doctor


  • Other information

    • each 15 mL contains: magnesium 500 mg
    • store at room temperature and avoid freezing
    • close cap tightly after use
  • Inactive ingredients

    purified water, sodium hypochlorite

  • Questions or comments?

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  • package Label

    NDC 0904-0788-14
    MAJOR

    Milk of Magnesia

    Saline Laxative

    ORIGINAL FLAVOR
    effective overnight relief

    cramp free

    stimulant free

    sugar free

    compare to the active ingredient of Phillips' milk of magnesia

    12 FL OZ (355 mL)

    mom

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL 
    magnesium hydroxide liquid
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0904-0788
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: NBZ3QY004S) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838, HYDROXIDE ION - UNII:9159UV381P) MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE1200 mg  in 15 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (UNII: DY38VHM5OD)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0904-0788-14355 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product02/01/201712/01/2021
    2NDC:0904-0788-16473 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product02/01/2017
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00712/08/2010
    Labeler - MAJOR Pharmaceuticals Inc. (191427277)
    Registrant - GCP Laboratories (965480861)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    GCP Laboratories965480861manufacture(0904-0788)
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