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Active ingredient (in each 15 mL tablespoonful)
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
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
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
- kidney disease
- a magnesium-restricted diet
- stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 14 days
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Directions
| adults and children 12 years and older | 2 to 4 tablespoonfuls (TBSP) |
| children 6 to 11 years | 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls (TBSP) |
| children under 6 years | ask a doctor |
- 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
- follow each dosage with a full glass (8 oz) of fluid
- use dosage cup provided
- tbsp = tablespoon
Other information
- each tablespoon contains: magnesium 500 mg
- store at room temperature and avoid freezing
- close cap tightly after use
Inactive ingredients
purified water, sodium hypochlorite