Cascara Sagrada And Magnesium Hydroxide Oral - Magnesium Hydroxide/cascara Sagrada- Oral Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cascara Sagrada And Magnesium Hydroxide Oral
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Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used for the short-term treatment of constipation or to empty the bowel before bowel or stomach procedures.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include severe diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting; dry gums or eyes; loss of appetite, muscle cramps, weakness, or sluggishness.

Cascara Sagrada And Magnesium Hydroxide Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Proper diet, fluid intake and exercise may help prevent constipation.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Read Before Using Cascara Sagrada And Magnesium Hydroxide Oral (precautions)

• If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using a laxative.

Usage Instructions

• Take by mouth, generally once daily, as needed or as directed by your doctor.
• Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Do not use this medication for more than 7 days unless directed by your doctor.
• Do not use this medication if you have had a change in bowel habits for longer than 2 weeks or if there is blood in your stool.
• Instead, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Long-term use of laxatives may lead to laxative dependence, chronic constipation, loss of normal bowel function and damage to the bowel.
• Overuse of laxatives may cause persistent diarrhea, dehydration and body mineral problems.
• The magnesium hydroxide in this product may interfere with the absorption of other drugs you may take.
• Take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take these medications.

Possible Side Effects

• Stomach pain, nausea or diarrhea may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Unlikely but report promptly.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

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

Cascara Sagrada And Magnesium Hydroxide Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.