Magnesia - Magnesium Hydroxide - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Magnesia.
• Phillips' Milk of Magnesia
• mag-NEE-zee-um hi-DROX-ide

Usage Instructions

• 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 2 hours of taking this medication.
• Since magnesium hydroxide coats the stomach, it can prevent other drugs from being absorbed properly if taken at the same time.

Magnesia Storage Instructions

• Store capsule and tablet forms at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.

Read Before Using Magnesia (precautions)

• Do not take magnesium hydroxide before consulting your doctor if you have the following conditions.

Magnesia Miscellaneous Notes

• Refrigerating the liquid may improve the taste.
• (Do not freeze).
• The liquid form works faster and is more effective than the other forms.
• However, chewable tablets may be more convenient.

What To Do In Case Of Missed 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 the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Overdose

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

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause diarrhea.
• If diarrhea persists or worsens, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if the following effects occur.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat occasional episodes of constipation.
• It acts to produce a bowel movement within 6 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; and to prevent ulcers or bleeding from ulcers.