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Magnesium hydroxide

Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for
  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
How to take it
  • 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

What it is used for

  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

How to take it

  • 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

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have

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.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Active ingredient (in each 15 mL tablespoonful)

Magnesium hydroxide 1200 mg

Other information

  • each 15 mL tablespoonful contains: magnesium 500 mg
  • store at room temperature tightly closed
  • do not freeze

Relabeled By: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

NDC 68788-8638-3

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NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Magnesium hydroxide; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/magnesium-hydroxide

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Magnesium hydroxide. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/magnesium-hydroxide

AMA 11th

Magnesium hydroxide. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/magnesium-hydroxide

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