Concentrated Phillips Milk of Magnesia
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What is Concentrated Phillips Milk of Magnesia?
Generic Name: magnesium hydroxide
Other Brand Names:
Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia, Milk of Magnesia, Phillips Milk of Magnesia, Magnesium Hydroxide, Mg hydroxide
Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in
the body especially the muscles and nerves. Magnesium hydroxide also reduces stomach acid, and
increases water in the intestines which may induce defecation.
Magnesium hydroxide is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation (irregularity)
and as an antacid to relieve indigestion, sour stomach, and heartburn.
Magnesium hydroxide may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
