Label: MILK OF MAGNESIA- magnesium hydroxide suspension

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    saline laxative/antacid

  • DESCRIPTION

    Active Ingredient

    (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)

    Magnesium Hydroxide.................400 mg

  • Inactive Ingredients

    anhydrous citric acid, benzyl alcohol, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water.

  • FOR USE AS A LAXATIVE

    INDICATIONS

    Uses

    • For relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
    • This product 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 more than 2 weeks

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

    • presently 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

    DIRECTIONS

    • shake well before use
    • drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose
    • mL = milliliter

    Adults and children

    12 years of age and older

    30 mL to 60 mL

    Children

    6 to 11 years of age

    15 mL to 30 mL

    Children

    under 6 years of age

    Consult a

    physician.

    or as directed by a physician.

    • The dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.

  • FOR USE AS AN ANTACID

    INDICATIONS

    Uses

    For the relief of

    • heartburn
    • sour stomach
    • acid indigestion
    • and upset stomach associated with these symptoms

    WARNINGS

    Do not take more than 12 teaspoonfuls in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician

    May have laxative effect

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • kidney disease
    • a magnesium-restricted diet

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

    • presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

    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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

    DIRECTIONS

    • shake well before use
    • mL = milliliter
    • adults and children 12 years old and older, take 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls (5 to 15 mL) four times a day or as directed by a physician
    • do not take more than 12 teaspoonfuls (60 mL) in 24-hour period
    • do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks
    • children under 12 years: consult a physician
  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

  • HOW SUPPLIED

    Milk of Magnesia USP 400 mg/5 mL is a white opaque liquid supplied as follows:

    NDC 66689-053-01: 30 mL unit-dose cup

    NCD 66689-053-99: Case contains 100 unit-dose cups of 30 mL (NDC 66689-053-01), packaged in 10 trays of 10 unit-dose cups each.

    STORAGE

    Other Information

    • Protect from freezing
    • Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)

    Questions or Comments?

    Call 1-888-655-1505 (toll-free)

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Distributed by:

    VistaPharm, Inc.

    Largo, FL 33771, USA

    VP2152R1

    09/17

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 mL Cup Label

    Milk of Magnesia,  USP

    2,400 mg Magnesium Hydroxide per 30 mL

    Delivers 30 mL

    Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F).

    Shake Well

    XACTDOSETM

    Manufactured by:
    VistaPharm, Inc.
    Largo, FL 33771, USA

    VP2153R2

    01/18

    NDC 66689-053-01

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MILK OF MAGNESIA 
    magnesium hydroxide suspension
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:66689-053
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: NBZ3QY004S) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838, HYDROXIDE ION - UNII:9159UV381P) MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE400 mg  in 5 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL)  
    BENZYL ALCOHOL (UNII: LKG8494WBH)  
    METHYLPARABEN (UNII: A2I8C7HI9T)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    PROPYLPARABEN (UNII: Z8IX2SC1OH)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorWHITEScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:66689-053-9910 in 1 CASE04/19/2018
    110 in 1 TRAY
    130 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC MONOGRAPH FINALpart33104/19/2018
    Labeler - VistaPharm, Inc. (116743084)