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Magnesium hydroxide - oral

(mag-nee-zee-um hi-drox-ide)

common brand names: Phillips' Milk about Magnesia

Magnesia Usage: it pill is used to treat occasional episodes of constipation. it acts to produce bowel movement within six hours of taking a dose. this medication is also used for upset stomach caused by heartburn, acid indigestion or sour stomach; for peptic ulcer, hiatal hernia or other conditions caused by excess stomach acid; & to prevent ulcers or bleeding from ulcers.

How to use Magnesia: Take it drug as prescribed. Use only temporarily to relieve constipation. When regularity returns, stop using the medication. Prolonged or continued use may result in laxative dependence. To be effective, chewable meds must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing followed by a full glass of water. Shake liquid forms well before pouring each dose. do not take any other medication within 1 to two hours of taking this drug. since magnesium hydroxide coats the stomach, it can prevent other meds from being absorbed properly if taken at the same time.

Magnesia side effects: this drug may cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists or worsens, inform some your doctor. Notify you're pharmacist if the following effects occur: black/tarry stools or rectal bleeding. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Magnesia Precautions: don't take magnesium hydroxide before consulting your pharmacist if you have following conditions: kidney disease, stomach/abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. do not give this medication to a kid under six years of age with out first consulting a physician. Tell your healthcare professional if you are pregnant before using this medication. Its not known if magnesium hydroxide is excreted into breast milk. Though there have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult you're physician before using this medicine.

Magnesia drug interactions: Tell your doctor of every prescription & nonprescription tablets you may use, especially of: antibiotics, quinidine, sodium polystyrene sulfonate. don't start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Magnesia Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Magnesia special notes: Refrigerating the liquid may improve the taste. (Do not freeze). liquid form works faster and is more effective than the other forms. However, chewable pills may be more convenient.

If you missed Magnesia dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for next dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume some your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Magnesia Storage: Store capsule and tablet forms at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms of this drug.

Active Ingredients : Magnesium Hydroxide