Preparation
Each 5 ml contains 300 mg Magnesium Hydroxide BP and 1.25 ml Liquid Paraffin BP.
Indication
Constipation, Hyperacidity with constipation, Anorectal disorder, Post-operative constipation, Constipation associated with chronic cholecystitis.
Contraindication
Do not administer to patients with stones in the urinary tract or kidney or chronic kidney disease.
Dosage & Administration
Adults: 15-30 ml before breakfast or at bedtime.
Children: Over 7 years: 7.5 ml-15 ml at bedtime. 3-7 years: 5-10 ml at bedtime. It is not recommended for children under 3 years. The dose may be mixed with milk or half a glass of water if desired.
Side Effect
Rectal irritation, potassium loss (thirst, weakness, nausea and diarrhea). Blood levels of magnesium can be increased in patients with renal hypofunction.
Precaution
Do not use for more than 7 days unless it deems the treating physician. If recommended doses are exceeded or if used for long periods this product can cause diarrhea.
No clinical data is available about its safety during pregnancy. Its use during pregnancy and lactation is the opinion of the doctor.
Drug Interaction
Cimetidine, Diuretics, Famotidine and Ranitidine may cause irritation of stomach or bowel. Recently it has been shown that using Liquid Paraffin could interfere with the absorption of liposoluble vitamins.
Presentation
Each bottle contains 100 ml of emulsion.
