Label: SUNMARK MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL- magnesium hydroxide suspension

  • NDC Code(s): 70677-0043-1
  • Packager: STRATEGIC SOURCING SERVICES LLC
  • 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)
    • 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 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 right away 1-800-222-1222.

  • 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
    • for accurate dosing, only use the dosing cup provided
    • mL = milliliter
    adults and children 12 years and over30 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 tightly closed
    • do not freeze
    • close cap tightly after use
  • Inactive ingredients

    purified water, sodium hypochlorite

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    SUNMARK MILK OF MAGNESIA ORIGINAL 
    magnesium hydroxide suspension
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:70677-0043
    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:70677-0043-1355 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product12/01/2018
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00704/01/201211/01/2024
    Labeler - STRATEGIC SOURCING SERVICES LLC (116956644)
    Registrant - GCP Laboratories (965480861)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    GCP Laboratories965480861manufacture(70677-0043)
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