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    • MILK OF MAGNESIA (Generic for PHILLIPS MILK OF MAGNESIA)

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (mag NEE zhum hye DROX ide) treats occasional constipation. It works by increasing the amount of water your intestine absorbs. This softens the stool, making it easier to have a bowel movement. It also increases pressure, which prompts the muscles in your intestines to move stool. It belongs to a group of medications called laxatives.


There is no lifestyle interaction information available for this medication.