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Why do one has to take in a milk of magnesia when he or she has an in digestion problem?
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Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) is most commonly found as a liquid. The magnesium in the liquid can both neutralize excess stomach acid and, if taken in slightly larger doses, act as a saline laxative. This means that the magnesium works to pull salt or a saline solution from the blood into the intestines, therefore increasing the amount of water in the intestines and causing a laxative action. Milk of magnesia is generally considered to be one of the more gentle laxatives, as opposed to stimulant laxatives such as Dulcolax.
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Can you take milk of magnesia when you are on coumadin?
no
Can diabetics use Milk of Magnesia?
For most people with diabetes, Milk of Magnesia is okay to take since the medication is sugar free. As with all medications, it is best to consult a physician.
Should you take Milk Of Magnesia before or after food?
That's what I've been wondering.
Why is milk of magnesia used to treat digestion?
Tuesday, April 8, 2008The Many Uses for Milk of Magnesia!Who would have thought that the thick, white, chalky, foul mixture called Milk of Magnesia (MoM), normally used as a laxative, could be used for other health issues. Yes, according to Joe and Terry Graedon's The People's Pharmacy, Milk of Magnesia may help with the following:1. ACNE: Rub it on face, at bedtime. One reader wrote how it helped their son's cystic nodular acne. The Graedons had no explanation as to why it helped.2. SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS: Rub on skin. According to the Graedons this has been known to help.3. ANTIPERSPIRANT/DEODORANT: Spread on underarms with fingers. Some people swear by this. And, it's safe to use because it contains no aluminum. And no stains.I have no idea if any of these home remedies actually work, but it's probably worth a try. If MoM is made to ingest, there certainly shouldn't be a problem applying it to the skin.However, I remember being told, as a teen, that Mercurochrome was good for skin problems. So, I liberally applied it to my face one evening. I was scheduled to take the SATs the following day. When I woke up the next morning and went to wash it off, I found that nothing could remove the red splotches plastered all over my face. They failed to specify it had to be the whiteMercurochrome.Considering Milk of Magnesia is white, you should have no problems.UPDATE 10/08: I decided to give it a try as a deoderant, and it does work!Best advice... UAD (use as directed).
Can taking Milk of Magnesia daily be harmful?
I was told by my doctor to use it daily to prevent the constipation i encounter. I asked if i could use it daily without any problems and he said (quote) "yes you can use it for a year and stop or use it the rest of your life". If taking it daily, you should also take a multi-vitamin, or just a potassium pill, or eat a banana. This is because the bowel movement associated with Milk of Magnesia removes much of the potassium in your body. So you need to replace the potassium as often as you take the Magnesia.
Can you take milk of magnesia when you are on coumadin?
no
if you have diarrhea should you take milk of magnesia?
No, That will help indigestion (heartburn).
Should you take milk of magnesia if you have diarrhea?
No, That will help indigestion (heartburn).
Can diabetics use Milk of Magnesia?
For most people with diabetes, Milk of Magnesia is okay to take since the medication is sugar free. As with all medications, it is best to consult a physician.
Should you take Milk Of Magnesia before or after food?
That's what I've been wondering.
Why do you take Milk of Magnesia for indigestion?
Milk of magnesia, Mg(OH)2 is used to cure indigestion because it is basic and indigestion is acidic.
What can you take for constipation and pregnant?
milk of magnesia same thing happened when i was and thats what the doc told me to take good luck with that and dont trust a fart when taking it lol
What substance is used to help indegestion?
Hydrochloric acid is used in the body to help digestion and kill bacteria. However too much acid can cause indigestion and we use indigestion remedies to neutralize excess acids. An indigestion remedy contains a base such as magnesium hydroxide, which reacts to form a neutral compound and raises the pH of the stomach.
Is citrate of magnesia safe during pregnancy?
Is citrate of magnesia safe to take during 1st trimester of pregnancy?
How much time does milk take to digest?
It will take about 24-72 hours to go from the mouth to the anus.
Why is milk of magnesia used to treat digestion?
Tuesday, April 8, 2008The Many Uses for Milk of Magnesia!Who would have thought that the thick, white, chalky, foul mixture called Milk of Magnesia (MoM), normally used as a laxative, could be used for other health issues. Yes, according to Joe and Terry Graedon's The People's Pharmacy, Milk of Magnesia may help with the following:1. ACNE: Rub it on face, at bedtime. One reader wrote how it helped their son's cystic nodular acne. The Graedons had no explanation as to why it helped.2. SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS: Rub on skin. According to the Graedons this has been known to help.3. ANTIPERSPIRANT/DEODORANT: Spread on underarms with fingers. Some people swear by this. And, it's safe to use because it contains no aluminum. And no stains.I have no idea if any of these home remedies actually work, but it's probably worth a try. If MoM is made to ingest, there certainly shouldn't be a problem applying it to the skin.However, I remember being told, as a teen, that Mercurochrome was good for skin problems. So, I liberally applied it to my face one evening. I was scheduled to take the SATs the following day. When I woke up the next morning and went to wash it off, I found that nothing could remove the red splotches plastered all over my face. They failed to specify it had to be the whiteMercurochrome.Considering Milk of Magnesia is white, you should have no problems.UPDATE 10/08: I decided to give it a try as a deoderant, and it does work!Best advice... UAD (use as directed).
Can you take magnesium citrate if you are on chemo?
My husband is in chemotherapy and he got a sheet from the actual doctor that says take Senakot, 2 tablespoons of Milk of Magnesia OR 1/2 bottle of Magnesium Citrate daily until bowel movement
