Does it have the same magnesium oxide as in Mylanta? Thank you
Milk of Magnesia - Hello. I need to know if Milk of Magnesium is magnesium oxide.
Question posted by Smoke Signal Dun on 23 Nov 2010
Last updated on 24 November 2010
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suzanne66
23 Nov 2010
Milk of Magnesia is another name for Magnesium Hydroxide.
Mylanta contains Calcium Carbonate and Magnesium Carbonate.
Both preparations contain different ingredients but are used to treat the same symptoms.
Both preparations are antacids and are used to treat acid indigestion, heartburn, and sour stomach. Milk of magnesia also helps to stimulate the bowels to move and is used for constipation.
Smoke Signal Dun
24 Nov 2010
Thank you for your explanation. Actually, I was advised to give 2 grams of Mylanta to my horse. The magnesium will possibly help him in his mineral balance. My hubby purchases MoM rather than Mylanta and I wanted to be sure it would have the exact same effect. Any other comments?
Thank you!
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