Label: MILK OF MAGNESIA- magnesium hydroxide liquid

  • NDC Code(s): 21130-996-16
  • Packager: Better Living Brands, LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

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Updated November 27, 2020

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  • Drug Facts

    Active ingredient (in each 15 mL Tablespoon)

    Magnesium hydroxide USP 1200 mg

  • Purpose

    Saline laxative

  • Use

    relieves occasional constipation (irregularity). This product usually produces bowel movement in ½ 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.

  • 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

    • do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period
    • shake well before use
    • 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
    • do not use any other dosing device
    • TBSP = Tablespoon, mL = milliliter
    age
    		dose
    adults and children 12 years and older
    		30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP)
    children 6 to 11 years
    		15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP)
    children under 6 years
    		ask a doctor
  • Other information

    • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains : calcium 20 mg and magnesium 535 mg
    • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F) and avoid freezing. Close cap tightly after use.
  • Inactive ingredients

    purified water

    Questions or comments?
    1-888-723-3929
    * This product is not manufactured or distributed by Bayer Healthcare LLC, distributor of Phillips’® Milk of Magnesia.

    DISTRIBUTED BY
    BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC
    P.O. BOX 99
    PLEASANTON, CA 94566-0009
    1-888-723-3929
    www.betterlivingbrandsLLC.com

  • PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 12 FL OZ (355 mL) Bottle

    COMPARE TO Phillips’® Milk of Magnesia active ingredient*
    NDC 21130-996-16
    Signature CareTM
    Quality Guaranteed 
    Milk of Magnesia
    SALINE LAXATIVE
    Each 15 mL(1TBSP) dose of oral solution contains: 1200 mg - Magnesium hydroxide USP
    ORIGINAL FLAVOR

    • Stimulant free
    • Comfortable, cramp free relief
    • Sugar free
    TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted neckband is missing or broken.

    12 FL OZ (355 mL)


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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    MILK OF MAGNESIA 
    magnesium hydroxide liquid
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:21130-996
    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)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorWHITE (White to off-white) Score    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:21130-996-16355 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product02/04/201609/01/2022
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINALpart33402/04/201609/01/2022
    Labeler - Better Living Brands, LLC (009137209)
    Registrant - Aurohealth LLC (078728447)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Aurohealth LLC078728447MANUFACTURE(21130-996)
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