Phillips Pack Milk Of Magnesia Liquid 200ml
Phillips Pack Milk Of Magnesia Liquid 200ml
Description
Phillips' Milk of Magnesia Liquid (magnesium hydroxide) is used to relieve indigestion, excess acid and wind, heartburn and stomach discomfort. It can also be used as a laxative to relieve constipation.
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Each 5ml contains Magnesium Hydroxide 415mg
Other ingredients: Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, Oil of Peppermint, Glycerol, Sodium Saccharin and Purified Water
Usage and Instructions
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 5ml spoonfuls (first or second line in dosing cup). Repeat as necessary to maximum of twelve 5ml spoonfuls (60ml) in 24 hours.
Aged 3-12:
Give one 5ml spoonful (first line in dosing cup). Repeat as necessary to a maximum of six 5ml spoonfuls (30ml) in 24 hours.
Under 3: To be given only on the advice of a 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 (30-45ml measured in dosing cup) at bedtime. Repeat nightly, reducing dose until constipation is relieved.
__Aged 3-12:_
Give one to two 5ml spoonfuls (first or second line in dosing cup) at bedtime.
Under 3:
To be given only on the advice of a doctor.
Do not use for more than 3 days.
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.
If you take too much Contact your doctor or casualty department.
Warnings
Do not take:
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients listed.
Check with your doctor before using this product if:
You have kidney problems.
You are taking any other medicines (including those you have bought yourself).
You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Check with your doctor if symptoms continue.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Side Effects
Stop using Milk of Magnesia and call your doctor at once if you have:
- rectal bleeding;
- no bowel movement after using the medicine as a laxative;
- severe nausea, vomiting;
- slow heartbeats; or
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.
Common side effects may include:
- drowsiness
- flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).
