Description

Milk Of Mangnesia

Product Details

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Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia liquid (magnesium hydroxide) serves multiple purposes, including relief from indigestion, excess acid, flatulence, heartburn, stomach discomfort, and as a laxative for constipation.

• Suitable for Adults and Children 3 Years and Over.

Age Restriction

You must be at least 16 years old to purchase this product.

How to Use

Shake well before each use. Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia can be taken with milk or water, if preferred. Ensure you drink an ample amount of fluids during the course of your treatment.

For Adults:

• Take one to two 5 ml spoonfuls (first or second line in the dosing cup).
• Repeat as necessary, up to a maximum of twelve 5 ml spoonfuls (60 ml) in 24 hours.

Aged 3-12:

• Give one 5 ml spoonful (first line in the dosing cup).
• Repeat as necessary, up to a maximum of six 5 ml spoonfuls (30 ml) in 24 hours.

Under 3:

• To be administered only on the advice of your doctor.

Note: Do not use for more than 14 days.

Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia as a Laxative: For Adults:

• Take six to nine 5 ml spoonfuls (30-45 ml as measured in the dosing cup) at bedtime.
• Repeat nightly, reducing the dose until constipation is relieved.

Aged 3-12:

• Give one to two 5 ml spoonfuls (first or second line in the dosing cup) at bedtime.

Under 3:

• To be administered only on the advice of your doctor.

Caution: If a laxative dose is needed daily or if there is persistent abdominal pain, consult your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose. You may experience diarrhea. If you experience any side effects not mentioned, discontinue the use of this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist.

In case of an overdose, contact your doctor or visit the casualty department.

Hazards and Cautions

Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

Do Not Take if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the listed ingredients.

Check with your doctor before using this product if:

• You have kidney problems.
• You are taking any other medicines (including those you have purchased yourself).
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Consult your doctor if symptoms persist.

Precautions

This is a medicinal product; consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice before using if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Active Ingredients

Each 5ml contains magnesium hydroxide 415mg.

Ingredients

Each 5ml contains magnesium hydroxide 415mg.

Other Ingredients:

• Sodium hydrogen carbonate
• Oil of peppermint
• Glycerol
• Sodium saccharin
• Purified water.