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CVS Health Childrens Saline Laxative

MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE

Standard Dose
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 Maximum dose per day 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
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses for relief of occasional constipation this product usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Summary

Indications and usage Uses for relief of occasional constipation this product usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours Dosage and administration Directions Use dosage chart for proper dosing.

Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses for relief of occasional constipation this product usually produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours Dosage and administration 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 Maximum dose per day 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 Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before using any laxative if child has kidney disease a magnesium-restricted diet abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks already used a laxative for more than 1 week Stop use and consult a doctor if your child has has rectal bleeding does not have a bowel movement within 6 hours of taking this product These symptoms may indicate a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

Monitoring

  • Warnings Ask a doctor before using any laxative if child has kidney disease a magnesium-restricted diet abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks already used a laxative for more than 1 week Stop use and consult a doctor if your child has has rectal bleeding does not have a bowel movement within 6 hours of taking this product These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
  • Keep out of reach of children In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.