MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA

Drug Name: MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA DESCRIPTION:
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE/CASCARA SAGRADA- ORAL (mag-NEE-zee-um hi-DROX-ide w/kass-CARE-uh)

COMMON MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA BRAND NAME(S):
Milk of Magnesia W/Cascara

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA SIDE EFFECTS:
Stomach pain, nausea or diarrhea may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Unlikely but report promptly: muscle twitching or cramping, muscle weakness, decrease or absence of bowel movements, blood in stool, mental/mood changes, dizziness. MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA may cause your urine to temporarily turn a reddish pink or brown color. This effect is harmless. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA:
MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA: Take by mouth, generally once daily, as needed or as directed by your doctor. Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA for more than 7 days unless directed by your doctor. Do not use MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA if you have had a change in bowel habits for longer than 2 weeks or if there is blood in your stool. Instead, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Long-term use of laxatives may lead to laxative dependence, chronic constipation, loss of normal bowel function and damage to the bowel. Overuse of laxatives may cause persistent diarrhea, dehydration and body mineral problems. The magnesium hydroxide in this product may interfere with the absorption of other drugs you may take. Take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take these medications: tetracycline antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline, tetracycline); quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin); azole antifungal drugs (e.g., ketoconazole); seizure drugs (e.g., phenytoin); dexamethasone, indomethacin, digoxin, iron/multivitamin supplements or sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Consult your pharmacist.

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA USES:
MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA is used for the short-term treatment of constipation or to empty the bowel before bowel or stomach procedures.

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA PRECAUTIONS:
If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using a laxative: any allergies, stomach/intestinal problems, nausea, vomiting, blood in the stool, kidney disease. MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA should be used with caution in children and is not recommended for use in those less than 6 years old, unless directed by a doctor. Children may be more likely to become dehydrated. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. This product should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor. The cascara in this product is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you use, especially of: tetracycline antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline or tetracycline), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole), quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin), anti-seizure medications (e.g., phenytoin, valproic acid), heart heart drugs (e.g., quinidine, digoxin), sodium polystyrene sulfonate, dexamethasone, indomethacin, "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), iron/multivitamin supplements. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting; dry gums or eyes; loss of appetite, muscle cramps, weakness, or sluggishness.

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA NOTES:
Do not share MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA with others. Proper diet, fluid intake and exercise may help prevent constipation. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.

MISSED MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

MILK OF MAGNESIA W/CASCARA STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.