Phillips Milk of Magnesia coates the area of discomfort for gentle soothing relief from upset stomach and indigestion.
Magnesium Hydroxide, traditional mint flavour.
Shake well before use. Milk of Magnesium can be taken with water or milk if desired. Additional liquid should be taken during use.
Adults:
Take one or two 5 ml spoonfuls (first or second line in dosing cup).
Repeat as necessary to a maximum of twelve 5 ml spoonfuls (60 ml) in 24 hours.
Children: Aged 3-12:
Give one 5 ml spoonfuls (first line in dosing cup).
Repeat as necessary to a maximum of six 5 ml spoonfuls (30 ml) in 24 hours.
Under 3: As recommended by your doctor.
Phillips' Milk of Magnesia can also be used as a laxative.
Adults:
Take six to nine 5 ml spoonfuls (30-45 ml measured in dosing cup) at bedtime.
Repeat Nightly reducing dose until constipation is relieved.
Children: Aged 3-12:
Give one to two 5ml spoonfuls (first or second line in dosing cup) at bedtime.
Do not take if you are sensitive to any of the ingredients listed.
Consult Your Doctor : Before using this product, if you have kidney problems or are taking other medicines, particularly tetracycline, digoxin, dicoumaraol or cimetidine; Before using this product, if you are pregnant or breast feeding; If symptoms continue.
The recommended daily adult dose contains 1.5 to 3 g of glycerol.
This can cause headache or stomach upset and diarrhoea. If you are concerned about this, or any other unwanted effects, stop using and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Warning : Keep safely away from children.
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