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milk of mag·ˈne·sia® N no pl PHARM

milk of magnesia

Magnesiamilch f

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As a laxative, milk of magnesia is dosed at 25 g, and works in a number of ways. en.wikipedia.org

Milk of magnesia, iodine, merthiolate, mercurochrome, and other drugs were manufactured in the east room while the west room was used mainly for storage. en.wikipedia.org

As a suspension in water, it is often called milk of magnesia because of its milk-like appearance. en.wikipedia.org

Milk of magnesia is sold for medical use as chewable tablets, capsules, and as liquids having various added flavors. en.wikipedia.org

It can be formed through the reaction of dilute solutions of carbonic acid (such as seltzer water) and magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia). en.wikipedia.org

Milk of magnesia is useful against canker sores (aphthous ulcer) when used topically. en.wikipedia.org

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