Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)
Magnesium hydroxide 400 mg
Uses
As an Antacid
- heartburn
- upset/sour stomach
- acid indigestion
As a Laxative (usually within ½ to 6 hours)
- occasional constipation (irregularity)
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 aretaking 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.
Directions
As an Antacid
- do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period
- shake well before use
- can be taken with water
- mL = milliliter
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 5 to 15 mL (1 to 3 teaspoonfuls) |
| children under 12 years of age | ask a doctor |
As a Laxative
- do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 60 mL 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.
- mL = milliliter; TBSP = Tablespoon
| adults and children 12 years and older | 30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP) |
| children 6 – 11 years | 15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP) |
| children under 6 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
-
each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains:magnesium 400 mg
- store at room temperature, 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F). Avoid freezing.
- Milk of Magnesia USP (white suspension, spearmint flavor) is supplied in the following oral dosage form:
| NDC 0121-0431-30: | 30 mL unit dose cup. Case contains 100 unit dose cups of 30 mL packaged in 10 trays of 10 unit dose cups each. |
Inactive ingredients
flavoring, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, methylparaben, potassium citrate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, antifoam af emulsion, sodium saccharin, and sorbitol.
Questions or comments?
Call 1-800-845-8210
MANUFACTURED BY
Pharmaceutical
Associates, Inc.
Greenville, SC 29605
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 mL Cup Tray Label
NDC 0121-0431-30
Milk of Magnesia USP
ANTACID, SALINE LAXATIVE
Each 30 mL contains:
Magnesium Hydroxide
2400 mg
SHAKE WELL
USUAL DOSAGE:See attached Drug Facts
Package Not Child-Resistant
Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.
Greenville, SC 29605
F0431300721
