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

Other information

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each 15 mL contains: calcium 20 mg and magnesium 595 mg

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does not meet USP requirements for preservative effectiveness

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store at 68°-77°F (20°-25°C)

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close cap tightly after use

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avoid freezing

Inactive ingredient

purified water

Package/Label Principal Display Panel

milk of magnesia

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, 1200 mg/15 mL

SALINE LAXATIVE

comfortable, cramp-free relief

gentle, dependable

overnight relief

sugar free

stimulant free

ORIGINAL FLAVOR

Compare to the active ingredient in Phillips’® Milk of Magnesia

12 FL OZ (355 mL)