magnesium hydroxide-cascara sagrada- oral, Milk of Magnesia W/Cascara (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you use, especially of: tetracycline antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline or tetracycline), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole), quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin), anti-seizure medications (e.g., phenytoin, valproic acid), heart heart drugs (e.g., quinidine, digoxin), sodium polystyrene sulfonate, dexamethasone, indomethacin, "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), iron/multivitamin supplements. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include severe diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting; dry gums or eyes; loss of appetite, muscle cramps, weakness, or sluggishness.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Proper diet, fluid intake and exercise may help prevent constipation. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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