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Here is the some steps to help you to save money on Phillips' Milk of Magnesia purchase.


Read drug prescription

It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Phillips' Milk of Magnesia before taking it.

What is Phillips' Milk of Magnesia

Treating acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and constipation. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Phillips' Milk of Magnesia is an antacid. It works by neutralizing the acid in the stomach and by stimulating the bowels to move.

Important safety information:

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Phillips' Milk of Magnesia side effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
  • Diarrhea.
  • Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
  • Severe allergic reactions ; loss of appetite; muscle weakness; nausea; slow reflexes; vomiting.

  • This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

    Select the most affordable brand or generic drug

    Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.

    StrengthQuantityPrice, USDCountry
    200 mg/200mg/5ml1050 ml$45.87Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
    Almagel 170 ml - 1 Suspension $14.60
    ALMAGEL tab 10's $0.02IDPL
    0 .311gm10 Tablet$0.04
    340 mg/5ml340 ml$0.35
    8 % w/w x 110ml $0.22
    DEY'S MILK OF MAGNESIA oral susp 8 % w/w x 110ml $0.32Dey's
    8 % w/w x 340ml $0.35
    0 .311 g x 10's $0.04
    DEY'S MILK OF MAGNESIA tab 0.311 g x 10's $0.04Dey's
    DEY'S MILK OF MAGNESIA oral susp 8 % w/w x 340ml $0.87Dey's
    mg500 $13.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
    mg500 $13.00Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK
    311 mg100 $25.00Australia, Canada, India, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
    400 1500 ml$23.88Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
    400 /5mg/ml500 ml$17.70Barbados, Canada, NZ, UK
    769 ml1 $20.00Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
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    References

    1. Dailymed."Magnesium hydroxide: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
    2. "Magnesium hydroxide". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
    3. "Magnesium hydroxide". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0910... (accessed August 28, 2018).

    Phillips' Milk of Magnesia - Frequently asked Questions

    Can Phillips' Milk of Magnesia be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

    In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

    It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

    Who should not take Phillips' Milk of Magnesia?

    Some medical conditions may interact with Phillips' Milk of Magnesia. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

    Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Phillips' Milk of Magnesia. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

    This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Phillips' Milk of Magnesia may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

    How should I take Phillips' Milk of Magnesia?

    Use Phillips' Milk of Magnesia as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Phillips' Milk of Magnesia.

    Can Phillips' Milk of Magnesia be taken or consumed while pregnant?

    Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

    Can Phillips' Milk of Magnesia be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

    Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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    Reviews

    Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Phillips' Milk of Magnesia, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Phillips' Milk of Magnesia. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.

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    The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology