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Gentle Laxative (MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE)

Gentle Laxative (MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Gentle Laxative; Generic name: MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE; Manufacturer: MEIJER, INC..

Brand nameGentle Laxative
Generic nameMAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
ManufacturerMEIJER, INC.
Used forUse relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
DosageDirections shake well before use do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period dose may be taken once a day preferably at bedtime, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor follow each dosage with a full glass (8 oz) of liquid adults and children 12 years and older 30 mL to 60 mL children 6 to 11 years 15 mL to 30 mL children under 6 years ask a doctor
WarningsWarnings Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease a magnesium-restricted diet stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 14 days Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. This product may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredient (in each 15 mL) Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg
RouteORAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=11fe5bd0-585a-ad8a-e063-6294a90a3ae8

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