Milk Of Magnesia – 200ml

This medicine has both a laxative and an antacid action. It helps relieve the symptoms associated with excess acid such as flatulence, heartburn, and indigestion as well as constipation that occurs occasionally.

Ingredients

Each 5ml contains magnesium hydroxide 415mg. Other ingredients: Sodium hydrogen carbonate, oil of peppermint, glycerol, sodium saccharin and purified water.

Storage

Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not freeze. Store below 25°C. Use within 6 months of opening.

Preparation and Usage

Shake well before each use. You can take Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia with milk or water if you want. Drink plenty of fluid during the course of your treatment.

Adults: Take one to two 5 ml spoonful (first line or second line in dosing cup). Repeat as necessary to a maximum of twelve 5 ml spoonfuls (60 ml) in 24 hours.

Aged 3-12: Give One 5 ml spoonful (first line in dosing cup). Repeat as necessary to a maximum of six 5 ml spoonfuls (30 ml) in 24 hours.

Under 3: To be given only on the advice of your doctor.

Do not use for more than 14 days.

Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia can also be used as a laxative:

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

Aged 3-12: Give One to two 5 ml spoonful (first or second line in dosing cup) at bed time.

Under 3: To be given only on the advice of your doctor.

Do not use for more than 3 days.

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

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Warnings

If a laxative dose is needed every day or if there is persistent abdominal pain, consult your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. You may experience diarrhoea.If you get this or any other side effects not mentioned, stop using this medicine and tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not take: