what is milk of magnesia
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Milk of Magnesia is a white suspension of hydrated magnesium carbonate in water, used as an antacid or laxative.
Milk of Magnesia is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation (irregularity) and as an antacid to relieve indigestion, sour stomach, and heartburn.
Milk of Magnesia also reduces stomach acid, and increases water in the intestines which may induce defecation.
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Magnesium hydroxide is the inorganic compound with the chemical formula Mg(OH)₂. It occurs in nature as the mineral brucite. It is a white solid with low solubility in water. Magnesium hydroxide is a common component of antacids, such as milk of magnesia, as well as laxatives.
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