Label: MAGNALAX- laxative powder, for solution

  • NDC Code(s): 11695-4151-1
  • Packager: Covetrus North America
  • Category: OTC ANIMAL DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: unapproved drug other

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  • INDICATIONS & USAGE

    Antacid - laxative - absorbent

    For animal use only

    Keep out of reach of children

    INDICATIONS

    For oral adminstration to ruminants as an aid in the treatment of digestive disturbances requiring an antacid, mild laxative and absorbent.

  • WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

    Warning: Milk that has been taken from animals during treatment and for 24 hours (2 milkings) after the latest treatment must not be used for food.

    Precaution: Avoid frequent or continued use.

  • DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

    Dosage and administration: Mix 1 pound of magnesium hydroxide powder into 1 gallon of water and stir thoroughly. Shake well before using.Administer with a stomach tube or as a drench. 

    Cattle: 1 gallon of mixture

    Sheep and calves: 1 pint to 1 quart of mixture, depending on the size of animal

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  • COMPONENTS

    Composition: Each pound contains:

    magnesium hydroxide ................. 10.4 oz

    Flavored with capsicum, ginger and methyl salicylate.

    One pound of magnesium hydroxide powder contains magnesium hydroxide equivalent to 1 gallon of mik of magnesia

  • STORAGE AND HANDLING

    Store in a cool, dry place. 

    Keep lid tightly closed when not in use.

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    Covetrus Magnesium hydroxide

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MAGNALAX 
    laxative powder, for solution
    Product Information
    Product TypeOTC ANIMAL DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:11695-4151
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: NBZ3QY004S) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838) MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE293.7 g  in 454 g
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:11695-4151-1454 g in 1 JAR
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    unapproved drug other01/29/2020
    Labeler - Covetrus North America (603750329)
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