Label: MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL- magnesium hydroxide liquid

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  • Active ingredient (in each 15 mL)

    Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

  • Purpose

    Saline laxative

  • Uses

    • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
    • generally 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.

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

  • 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 older: 2 to 4 tablespoonfuls (TBSP) children 6 to 11 years: 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls (TBSP) children under 6 years: ask a doctor


  • Other information

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


    TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted neckband is missing or broken.

  • Inactive ingredients

    purified water, sodium hypochlorite

  • MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL (MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE) LIQUID

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL  
    magnesium hydroxide liquid
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:17856-0788(NDC:0904-0788)
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: NBZ3QY004S) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838) 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:17856-0788-110 mL in 1 CUP; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/28/2021
    2NDC:17856-0788-330 mL in 1 CUP; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/28/2021
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33412/08/2010
    Labeler - Atlantic Biologicals Corps (047437707)
    Registrant - Atlantic Biologicals Corps (047437707)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Atlantic Biologicals Corps047437707RELABEL(17856-0788) , REPACK(17856-0788)
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