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Constipation. Taking Milk Of Magnesia Increased Stomach Pain. Any Ideas?
My girl friend took a dose of milk of magnesia last night due to constipation. She has never taken it before. It acted quickly and with normal symptoms, b u t. After a few hours her stomach pain has increased significantly with burning etc. I believe she took more than
Was necesnecessary. What can I give her to make it better.
Was necesnecessary. What can I give her to make it better.
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013
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Hi,
Shake the bottle well before each dose and carefully measure the dose using a special measuring spoon.
If you are taking this medication for constipation, drink 8 ounces of water.
Overuse may also cause persistent diarrhea, dehydration and mineral imbalance.
Take cold butter milk for better feeling.
Shake the bottle well before each dose and carefully measure the dose using a special measuring spoon.
If you are taking this medication for constipation, drink 8 ounces of water.
Overuse may also cause persistent diarrhea, dehydration and mineral imbalance.
Take cold butter milk for better feeling.
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