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    • MILK OF MAGNESIA (Generic for PHILLIPS MILK OF MAGNESIA)

    • QTY 473
    • 400 MG/5ML
    • Oral Suspension
    • Near  77381

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (mag NEE zhum hye DROX ide) treats occasional constipation. It works by helping the muscles in your intestines move stool. This helps produce a bowel movement. It belongs to a group of medications called laxatives.


MILK OF MAGNESIA (Generic for PHILLIPS MILK OF MAGNESIA) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Magnesium Hydroxide 400mg/5mL, Oral suspension

    Interaction: Alcohol
    Severity: Moderate
    Notes for Consumers: Ethanol can decrease the actions of Magnesium Salts, by increasing its elimination from the body. To get the best results, limit your intake of alcoholic beverages while taking Magnesium Salts or supplements.
    Notes for Professionals: Excessive ethanol (e.g., alcoholism) may result in increased urinary excretion of magnesium. Avoid high intakes of ethanol while taking magnesium salts.

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