DESCRIPTION: Liquid paraffin is a highly refined mineral oil used in cosmetics and medical purposes. Magnesium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Mg(OH)2. As a suspension in water, it is often called milk of magnesia because of its milk-like appearance.
COMPOSITION:
Each 15ml contains
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Liquid Paraffin |
3.75 ml |
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Milk of Magnesia |
I.P. |
11.25 ml |
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In a flavored base |
q.s. |
MECHANISM OF ACTION: Milk of magnesia increases the osmotic gradient in the gut and stimulates peristalsis resulting in efficient bowel evacuation. Liquid paraffin lubricates the bowel and softens the stools.
INDICATIONS: Milk of magnesia is used as an antacid to neutralize stomach acid and provide relief from heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion., and as a laxative. Also, for bowel clearance before radioscopy.
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Hypersensitivity to any ingredient; nausea, vomiting, or other symptoms of appendicitis, acute abdominal surgery, intestinal obstruction, undiagnosed abdominal pain, pregnancy, and lactation.
SIDE EFFECTS: Liquid paraffin may cause perianal pruritus and interfere with post-operative healing following anorectal surgery. A small amount of magnesium gets absorbed in the circulation and may cause occasional toxicity, particularly in the presence of kidney damage.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Laxatives containing magnesium salt impair absorption of tetracyclines and quinolone antibiotics.
PACKING: 72x170ml