MILK OF MAGNESIA

Manufacturer
FRED'S INC. | GCP Laboratories
Effective date
2020-11-18
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
2
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-01 23:06:37

Label at a glance#

ProductMILK OF MAGNESIA
Active ingredientMAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
Label structure8 sections

Indications and uses

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Dosage and administration

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 fluid use dosage cup provided adults and children 12 years and over 2 - 4 tablespoons (TBSP) children 6 to 11 years 1 - 2 tablespoons (TBSP) children under 6 years ask a doctor

Storage and handling

each tablespoon contains: magnesium 500 mg do not freeze store at room temperature tightly closed

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active ingredient (in each tablespoon = TBSP)

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Saline laxative

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

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 more than 2 weeks

​ 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 1 week

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental
overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center
(1-800-222-1222) immediately.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

  • 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 fluid
  • use dosage cup provided
adults and children 12 years and over2 - 4 tablespoons (TBSP)
children 6 to 11 years1 - 2 tablespoons (TBSP)
children under 6 yearsask a doctor

Other information

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

  • each tablespoon contains: magnesium 500 mg
  • do not freeze
  • store at room temperature tightly closed

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

flavor, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium hypochlorite

package Label

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

FRED'S

Milk of Magnesia
SALINE LAXATIVE

• Gentle Dependable Overnight Relief
• Sugar Free • Cramp Free

• Stimulant free

MINT

12 FL OZ (355 mL)

Tested Against The Active Ingredient In:
Phillips® Milk of Magnesia*

FREDSFREDS

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
55315-64755315-647-12

Ingredients#

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