Label: CVS MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE LAXATIVE CHEW- magnesium hydroxide tablet, chewable

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated March 11, 2025

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  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Active ingredient (in each chew)

    Magnesium Hydroxide USP 1200 mg

  • PURPOSE

    Purpose

    Saline laxative

  • INDICATIONS & USAGE

    Uses

    • for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
    • this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
  • WARNINGS

    Warnings

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • kidney disease
    • a magnesium-restricted diet
    • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
    • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that last over 2 weeks
    • Do not give to children under 5 years of age unless directed by a doctor
  • STOP USE

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a 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
  • ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. This product may interact with certain prescription drugs.

  • PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING

    If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

    Keep out of reach of children.

  • OVERDOSAGE

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

  • DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

    Directions

    • drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with wach dose
    • dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
    • do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period

    • adults and children 12 years of age and over - 2 to 4 chews
    • children 6 to 12 years of age - 1 to 2 chews
    • children under 6 years of age - ask a doctor
  • OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

    Other information

    • Each chew contains: magnesium 500 mg
    • Contains soy
    • Calories: 15 per chew
    • Store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) in a dry place
    • Do not use if bag is torn or open
  • INACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Inactive ingredients: Confectioner's sugar, corn syrup, corn syrup solids, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, glycerin, gum arabic. hydrogenated coconut oil, maltodextrin, natural flavors, propylene glycol, soy lecithin, sucrose, water.

  • QUESTIONS

    Questions? Or to report an adverse event call 1-800-245-2898, Monday - Friday, 9AM - 4PM EST

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    CVS Magnesium Hydroxide Laxative 30ct

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CVS MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE LAXATIVE CHEW 
    magnesium hydroxide tablet, chewable
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:51316-083
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: NBZ3QY004S) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838) MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE1200 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorredScoreno score
    ShapeRECTANGLESize22mm
    FlavorBERRYImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:51316-083-3030 in 1 BAG; Type 0: Not a Combination Product03/11/2025
    Image of Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00703/11/2025
    Labeler - CVS (062312574)
    Registrant - SCNBestco (002149136)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    SCN Bestco002149136manufacture(51316-083)