Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia
Generic name:magnesium hydroxide [ mag-NEE-see-um-hye-DROCK-side ]
Brand names: Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia, Milk of Magnesia, Pedia-Lax Chewable, Phillips Milk of Magnesia
Drug classes:Antacids, Laxatives
What is Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia?
Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia reduces stomach acid, and increases water in the intestines which may induce bowel movements.
Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation.
Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia is also used as an antacid to relieve indigestion, sour stomach, and heartburn.
Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia without a doctor's advice if you have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting.
Before taking this medicine
Do not use Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia without a doctor's advice if you have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia is safe to use if:
you have kidney disease;
you are on a low-magnesium diet; or
you have a sudden change in bowel habits that has been ongoing for longer than 2 weeks.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I take Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
You may need to shake the oral suspension before each use.
You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.
Take this medicine with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.
When taken as a laxative, Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia should produce a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 6 hours.
Call your doctor if the condition you are treating with Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia does not improve, or if it gets worse while using this medicine.
Do not use Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia for longer than 7 days without medical advice.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
