MILK OF MAGNESIA CONCENTRATE
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 10 mL)
Magnesium hydroxide 2400 mg
Purpose
Saline laxative
Uses
As an Antacid
- heartburn
- upset/sour stomach
- acid indigestion
As a Laxative
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) This product usually produces bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours.
Warnings
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
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 right away.
Directions
As an Antacid
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) |
| children under 12 years of age | ask a doctor |
- do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 20 mL in a 24 hour period
- shake well before use
- can be taken with water
- mL = milliliter
As a Laxative
| adults and children 12 years and older | 15 mL to 30 mL |
| children under 12 years | ask a doctor |
- 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.
- mL = milliliter
Other information
NDC 0121-0940-10: 10 mL unit dose cup, in a tray of ten cups.
- each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: magnesium 1000 mg
- Sodium Content: 19 mg/10 mL
- store at room temperature, 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F). Avoid freezing.
- Milk of Magnesia Concentrate (white suspension, lemon flavored) is supplied in the following oral dosage form:
Inactive ingredients
glycerin, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lemon oil, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, and sucrose.
MANUFACTURED BY
Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc. Greenville, SC 29605 www.paipharma.com
R07/21