Colace Fast-Acting Saline Laxative
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
Indications and usage Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 30 minutes to 6 hours Dosage and administration Directions drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose dose may be taken as a single daily dose, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Take 3 to 6 capsules Children 6 to under 12 years of age: Take 2 to 3 capsules Children under 6 years of age: Ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease a magnesium-restricted diet stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
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Clinical summary
Indications and usage Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 30 minutes to 6 hours Dosage and administration Directions drink a full glass (8 oz) of liquid with each dose dose may be taken as a single daily dose, in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Take 3 to 6 capsules Children 6 to under 12 years of age: Take 2 to 3 capsules Children under 6 years of age: Ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease a magnesium-restricted diet stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Monitoring
- • Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease a magnesium-restricted diet stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.