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 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.
Directions
As an Antacid
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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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- can be taken with water
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- mL = milliliter
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adults and children 12 years of age and over |
5 to 15 mL (1 to 3 teaspoonfuls) |
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children under 12 years of age |
ask a doctor |
As a Laxative
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- do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 60 mL 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. Drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose.
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- mL = milliliter; TBSP = Tablespoon
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adults and children 12 years and older |
30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP) |
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children 6 – 11 years |
15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP) |
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children under 6 years |
ask a doctor |
Other information
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- each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: magnesium 400 mg
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- store at room temperature, 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F). Avoid freezing.
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- Milk of Magnesia USP (white suspension, spearmint flavor) is supplied in the following oral dosage form:
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Overbagged with 5 x 30 mL unit dose cups in each bag, NDC 55154-9403-5. |
Inactive ingredients
flavoring, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, methylparaben, potassium citrate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, antifoam af emulsion, sodium saccharin, and sorbitol.
