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Magnesium hydroxide - oral

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

common brand names: Phillips' Milk of Magnesia

Hm Milk of Magnesia Usage: this drug is used to treat occasional episodes about constipation. it acts to produce a bowel movement within 6 hours of taking a dose. this drug is also used since upset stomach caused by heartburn, acid indigestion or sour stomach; for peptic ulcer, hiatal hernia or other conditions caused by excess stomach acid; and to prevent ulcers or bleeding from ulcers.

How to use Hm Milk of Magnesia: Take this medication 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 tablets 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 about taking this medication. since magnesium hydroxide coats stomach, it can prevent other medications from being absorbed properly if taken at same clock.

Hm Milk of Magnesia side effects: it medication may cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists or worsens, inform youre pharmacist. Notify your doctor if following effects occur: black/tarry stools or rectal bleeding. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're physician or healthcare professional.

Hm Milk about Magnesia Precautions: do not take magnesium hydroxide before consulting your physician if you have the following conditions: kidney disease, stomach/abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. don't give this medication to child under 6 years of age without 1'st consulting doctor. Tell youre pharmacist if you are pregnant before using this med. this isn't known if magnesium hydroxide is excreted into breast milk. Though their have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Hm Milk of Magnesia drug interactions: Tell you're doctor of every prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: antibiotics, quinidine, sodium polystyrene sulfonate. don't start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

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

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

If you missed Hm Milk of Magnesia dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Hm Milk of Magnesia Storage: Store capsule & tablet forms at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. do not store at the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this med.

Active Ingredients : Magnesium Hydroxide