Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml is a Product of the Generic Magnesium Hydroxide

Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml belongs to the generic category of Magnesium Hydroxide. This medicine should be used according to a doctor's advice. We have provided detailed information about the uses, dosage, effectiveness, side effects, precautions, drug interactions, storage conditions, and other important details of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml. Our goal is to present essential medicine information in one place for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. To better understand Magnesium Hydroxide and ensure the safe use of this medicine, please read the information below carefully and consult a healthcare professional when necessary.

Description of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml

Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml may be available as a prescription or over-the-counter medicine, depending on local regulations and medical recommendations. It is used for the treatment and management of specific conditions or symptoms. The way this medicine is used may vary depending on the patient's condition and the advice of a healthcare provider. Detailed information about the approved uses, therapeutic applications, and other relevant details of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml is provided below to help users gain a clear understanding of this medicine.

What Is Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml Indications and Uses?

Magnesium Hydroxide suspension is used in constipation, heart burn, gas and nausea. It is also indicated in acute and long acting constipation due to hyper acidity and peptic ulcer or stomatitis.

Pharmacology (Source, Chemical and Physical Composition) Of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml

Magnesium Hydroxide is popularly known as Milk of Magnesia. It is a mildly acting antacid and laxative. It is poorly and slowly absorbed and acts by its osmotic properties in the luminal fluid which causes retention of fluid in the bowel. It is useful for emptying the bowel prior to surgical, radiological and colonoscopic procedures and can help to eliminate parasites following appropriate therapy and toxic material in some cases of poisoning. Magnesium Hydroxide is converted into Magnesium Chloride in the stomach without forming carbon dioxide

Dosage And Administration of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml

As Laxative:

Adults: 2-4 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water.
Children: 6-11 years: 1-2 Tablespoonful with a full glass of water. 2-5 years: 1-3 Teaspoonful with a full glass of water.

As Antacid:

Adults: 1-3 teaspoonful (5 to 15 ml) up to 4 times daily with water.
Children: 1-3 years: ¼ teaspoonful. 3-6 years: ¼-½ teaspoonful. 6-12 years: ½-1 teaspoonful

Drug Interactions of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml

Magnesium hydroxide can decrease the absorption of other drugs such as, digoxin, mycophenolate, phosphate supplements (e.g., potassium phosphate), tetracycline antibiotics, certain azole antifungals (ketoconazole, itraconazole), and quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin).

Side Effects of Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml

Magnesium Hydroxide in common with other magnesium salts may cause diarrhoea.

Precautions And Warnings for Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml

The drug should be avoided if possible in patients with renal and hepatic failure and in those with heart block and myocardial disease. The drug may be used cautiously in pregnancy.

Therapeutic Class

Antacid with laxative action

Storage Conditions of It

Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Zenith Milk Of Magnesia 400 mg/5 ml is a Product of the Generic Magnesium Hydroxide