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Active Ingredients ( in each 5 mL tsp)

Magnesium hydroxide 800 mg. Saline laxative

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Uses

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity). This product usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours.

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Warnings


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
  • 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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Directions

  • 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. Drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose.

adults and children 12 years and older

  • 3 to 6 teaspoons

children 6 to under 12 years

  • 1 1/2 to 3 teaspoons

children 2 to under 6 years

  • 1/2 to 1 1/2 teaspoons
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Other information

  • each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: magnesium 333 mg
  • store at room temperature and avoid freezing
  • keep tightly closed
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Inactive Ingredients

anhydrous citric acid, D&C red #28, flavors, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium hypochlorite, sorbitol, sucrose

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Questions or comments?

1-800-986-0369 (Mon – Fri 9AM – 5PM EST) or www.bayercare.com

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