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Milk of Magnesia

Manufacturer
Harris Teeter | Aurohealth LLC
Effective date
2020-11-27
Label type
Human OTC Drug Label
Version
3
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-01 23:04:44

Label at a glance#

ProductMilk of Magnesia
Active ingredientMAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
Label structure9 sections

Dosage and administration

do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period shake well before use dose may be taken once a day preferably at bedtime, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor. Drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose. for accurate dosing, only use the dosing cup provided do not use any other dosing device TBSP = Tablespoon, mL = milliliter age dose adults and children 12 years and older 30 m...

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Drug Facts

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Active ingredient (in each 15 mL Tablespoon)

Magnesium hydroxide USP 1200 mg

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Saline laxative

Use

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity). This product usually produces bowel movement in ½ 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 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

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

  • 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.

Keep out of reach of children.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

  • do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period
  • shake well before use
  • dose may be taken once a day preferably at bedtime, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor. Drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose.
  • for accurate dosing, only use the dosing cup provided
  • do not use any other dosing device
  • TBSP = Tablespoon, mL = milliliter

age
dose
adults and children 12 years and older
30 mL (2 TBSP) to 60 mL (4 TBSP)
children 6 to 11 years
15 mL (1 TBSP) to 30 mL (2 TBSP)
children under 6 years
ask a doctor

Other information

  • each tablespoon (15 mL) contains : calcium 20 mg and magnesium 495 mg
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F).  Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F) and avoid freezing. Close cap tightly after use.

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

flavor, purified water, saccharin sodium

Questions or comments?

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* This product is not manufactured or distributed by Bayer Healthcare LLC, distributor of Phillips’® Milk of Magnesia.

PROUDLY DISTRIBUTED BY:
 HARRIS TEETER, LLC,
MATTHEWS, NC 28105

PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 12 FL OZ (355 mL) Bottle

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Harris TeeterTM
SALINE LAXATIVE
MILK OF MAGNESIA
Each 15 mL (1TBSP) dose of oral solution contains: 1200 mg magnesium hydroxide USP

  • Stimulant Free
  • Comfortable, Cramp-free Relief
  • Sugar Free

Compare to the active ingredient in Phillips,® Milk of Magnesia*
Mint Flavor
TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if imprinted neckband is missing or broken.
12 FL OZ
(355 mL)
PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 12 FL OZ (355 mL) BottlePACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 12 FL OZ (355 mL) Bottle

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
72036-00572036-005-16

Ingredients#

Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.

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Name, UNII, Kind table
NameUNIIKind
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDENBZ3QY004SACTIB
PEPPERMINTV95R5KMY2BIACT
WATER059QF0KO0RIACT
SACCHARIN SODIUMSB8ZUX40TYIACT

Source Document#

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