Shake well before use.
Milk of Magnesia can be taken with water or milk if desired.
Additional liquid should be taken during use.
Dosage for the treatment of upset stomach and indigestion:
Adults (including the elderly) and children aged 12 years and older: Take one to two 5ml spoonful's (first or second line in dosing cup).
Repeat as necessary to a maximum of twelve 5ml spoonful's (60ml) in 24 hours.
Children: (6-11 years): Give one 5ml spoonful (first line in dosing cup). Repeat as necessary to a maximum of six 5ml spoonful's (30ml) in 24 hours.
Dosage for the treatment of constipation:
Adults (including the elderly) and children aged 12 years and older: Take six to nine 5ml spoonful's (30 to 45ml measured in dosing cup) at bedtime. Repeat nightly, reducing dose until constipation is relieved.
Children: (2-11 years): Give one to two 5ml spoonful's (first or second line in dosing cup) at bedtime.
If a laxative dose is needed everyday or there is persistent abdominal pain, consult your doctor.
Do not exceed recommended dose, overdosage may cause diarrhoea.
If diarrhoea occurs, discontinue use immediately.
Not suitable for children except on medical advice.
Shake well before use.
Do not freeze.
Use within 6 months of opening.
Do not use after expiry date shown.
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Not suitable for children except on medical advice.
Prolonged continuous use is not recommended.
Before you take Milk of Magnesia do not take:
If you are allergic to Magnesium Hydroxide or any of the other ingredients, or if you have blockage of the gastro-intestinal tract, faecal impaction or appendicitis.
As a laxative for more than 3 consecutive days or as an antacid for more than 14 days.
Consult your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen, if you suffer from kidney disease, are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you experience diarrhoea or any other unwanted effects.
In small children use of Magnesium Hydroxide may cause hypermagnesemia particularly if they have renal impairment or dehydration.
Other medicines and Magnesium Hydroxide:
Some medicines may be affected by Magnesium Hydroxide or they may affect how well Magnesium Hydroxide will work.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are already taking other medication.