shoprite milk of magnesia by Wakefern Food Corporation
Medically reviewed on May 11, 2018
Dosage form: suspension
Ingredients: MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 1200mg in 15mL
Labeler: Wakefern Food Corporation
NDC Code: 41190-396
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg
Saline laxative
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- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
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- generally produces bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours
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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 more than 2 weeks
taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
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- you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
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- you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
ask a health professional before use.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
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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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- dose may be taken once a day preferably at bedtime, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor
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- drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose
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- for accurate dosing, use dose cup provided
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- mL = milliliter
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adults and children 12 years and older |
30 mL to 60 mL |
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children 6 to 11 years |
15 mL to 30 mL |
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children under 6 years |
ask a doctor |
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- each 15 mL contains: calcium 20 mg and magnesium 595 mg
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- does not meet USP requirements for preservative effectiveness
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- store at 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF)
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- close cap tightly after use
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- avoid freezing
purified water
1-800-SHOPRITE
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| Labeler - Wakefern Food Corporation (069722418) |
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