Pedia-Lax (magnesium hydroxide 400 mg) Dailymed
Generic: magnesium hydroxide is used for the treatment of Appendicitis Constipation Diarrhea Duodenal Ulcer Dyspepsia Esophagitis, Peptic Fecal Impaction Gastroesophageal Reflux Heart Block Heartburn Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage Hepatitis Kidney Failure, Chronic Magnesium Deficiency Metabolic Diseases Stomach Ulcer Renal Insufficiency
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Pedia-Lax Chewable Tablets
Drug Facts
Active Ingredient
Magnesium hydroxide 400 mg
Purpose
Saline laxative
Uses
for relief of occasional constipation
this product usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Warnings
Ask
kidney disease
a magnesium-restricted diet abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks constipation continues after 1 week of use, contact your child's doctor already used a laxative for more than 1 week
Stop use and consult a doctor if your child has
rectal bleeding
no bowel movement within 6 hours of using this product These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
If  swallowed,  get  medical  help  or  contact  a  Poison  Control  Center  right  away.
Directions
Use dosage chart for proper dosing. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. Drink a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid with each dose.
Age Starting dose Starting Dose Maximum dose per day (24 hours) children 6 to under 12 years 3-6 tablets 6 tablets children 2 to under 6 years 1-3 tablets 3 tablets children under 2 years ask a doctor
Other Information
each  tablet  contains  : 170 mg of magnesiumÂ
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The top of the bottle sealed for safety. Do not use if foil imprinted "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is broken of missing.
Gluten Free and Sugar Free
Inactive Ingredients
colloidal silicon dioxide, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, flavor, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, sorbitol, stearic acid, sucralose
Questions?
1-866-255-6960 or www.pedia-lax.com
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Pedia-LaxMagnesium hydroxideChewable Laxative30 chewable tablets
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