Milk of Magnesia by VistaPharm, Inc.
Dosage form: suspension
Ingredients: MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 400mg in 5mL
Labeler: VistaPharm, Inc.
NDC code: 66689-053
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 30, 2023.
saline laxative/antacid
Active Ingredient
(in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)
Magnesium Hydroxide.................400 mg
anhydrous citric acid, benzyl alcohol, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water.
Uses
- For relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- This product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours.
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 more than 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- presently 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
- shake well before use
- drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose
- mL = milliliter
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Adults and children 12 years of age and older | 30 mL to 60 mL |
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Children 6 to 11 years of age | 15 mL to 30 mL |
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Children under 6 years of age |
Consult a physician. |
or as directed by a physician.
- The dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
Uses
For the relief of
- heartburn
- sour stomach
- acid indigestion
- and upset stomach associated with these symptoms
Do not take more than 12 teaspoonfuls in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician
May have laxative effect
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- kidney disease
- a magnesium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
- shake well before use
- mL = milliliter
- adults and children 12 years old and older, take 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls (5 to 15 mL) four times a day or as directed by a physician
- do not take more than 12 teaspoonfuls (60 mL) in 24-hour period
- do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks
- children under 12 years: consult a physician
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Milk of Magnesia USP 400 mg/5 mL is a white opaque liquid supplied as follows:
NDC 66689-053-01: 30 mL unit-dose cup
NCD 66689-053-99: Case contains 100 unit-dose cups of 30 mL (NDC 66689-053-01), packaged in 10 trays of 10 unit-dose cups each.
Other Information
- Protect from freezing
- Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
Call 1-888-655-1505 (toll-free)
Distributed by:
VistaPharm, Inc.
Largo, FL 33771, USA
VP2152R1
09/17
Milk of Magnesia, USP
2,400 mg Magnesium Hydroxide per 30 mL
Delivers 30 mL
Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F).
Shake Well
XACTDOSETM
Manufactured by:
VistaPharm, Inc.
Largo, FL 33771, USA
VP2153R2
01/18
NDC 66689-053-01
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magnesium hydroxide suspension |
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| Labeler - VistaPharm, Inc. (116743084) |
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Further information
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