MILK OF MAGNESIA- magnesium hydroxide suspension 
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HEB Milk of Magnesia Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each 15 mL)

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

Purpose

Saline laxative

Uses

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relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
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generally produces bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have

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kidney disease
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a magnesium-restricted diet
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stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting
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a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
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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

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do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period
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shake well before use
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dose may be taken once a day preferably at bedtime, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor
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drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose
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for accurate dosing, use dose cup provided
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mL = milliliter

adults and children 12

years and older

30 mL to 60 mL

children 6 to 11 years

15 mL to 30 mL

children under 6 years

ask a doctor

Other information

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each 15 mL contains: calcium 20 mg, magnesium 595 mg, and sodium 2 mg
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does not meet USP requirements for preservative effectiveness
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store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
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close cap tightly after use
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avoid freezing

Inactive ingredients

light mineral oil, peppermint oil, purified water, saccharin sodium

Questions or comments?

1-800-719-9260

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Milk of Magnesia

Magnesium Hydroxide 1200 mg per 15 mL

Saline Laxative

Comfortable, Cramp Free Relief

Stimulant Free

Sugar Free

Mint Flavor

12 FL OZ (355 mL)

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MILK OF MAGNESIA 
magnesium hydroxide suspension
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:37808-332
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
LIGHT MINERAL OIL (UNII: N6K5787QVP)  
WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
SACCHARIN SODIUM (UNII: SB8ZUX40TY)  
PEPPERMINT OIL (UNII: AV092KU4JH)  
Product Characteristics
ColorWHITE (opaque) Score    
ShapeSize
FlavorMINTImprint Code
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:37808-332-40355 mL in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/14/199411/30/2022
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC Monograph DrugM00710/14/199411/30/2022
Labeler - H E B (007924756)

Revised: 10/2024
Document Id: 600e493c-18f6-484f-a90a-4076a93cfefa
Set id: 4bdbb676-71ea-4a9b-b047-048e31ed1cb3
Version: 5
Effective Time: 20241030
 
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