Magnesium is a natural mineral. Magnesium hydroxide decreases stomach acid and increases the amount of water in the intestines, which may induce bowel movements. Magnesium hydroxide is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation and as an antacid to relieve indigestion, stomach acid, and heartburn.
Magnesium hydroxide is primarily used for:
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Book an Appointment| Magnesium hydroxide | Magnesium oxide |
|---|---|
| Inorganic compound | White hygroscopic solid mineral |
| Formula: Mg(OH)2 | Formula: MgO |
| As a laxative, magnesium hydroxide is used to alleviate frequent constipation. | This drug is a mineral supplement that is used to avoid low levels of magnesium in the blood and to treat it. |
| Molar mass: 58.3197 g/mol | Molar mass: 40.3044 g/mol |
Magnesium hydroxide is used as a laxative for the relief of occasional constipation. Magnesium hydroxide is also used as an antacid to relieve indigestion, stomach acid, and heartburn.
All of the magnesium hydroxide dissolved dissolves into ions. Since the dissociation of this small amount of dissolved magnesium hydroxide is complete, magnesium hydroxide is considered to be a strong electrolyte. Its low solubility makes it a weak foundation.
Concentrated sodium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and potassium hydroxide, when ingested, are strong irritants and corrosive to the skin, eyes, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal system.
Magnesia milk is also known as magnesium hydroxide, its chemical name. Magnesia milk can be bought over the counter without a prescription. People should not give magnesia milk to children under 2 years of age unless advised by a doctor.
It is usually taken as a single daily dose (preferably at bedtime) or can be divided into two or more parts over a single day. Magnesium hydroxide usually causes bowel movements within 30 minutes to 6 hours after taking it.
Yes, magnesium hydroxide is an ionic compound. It consists of magnesium ions (Mg2+) and hydroxide ions (OH-) held together by ionic bonds.
Magnesium hydroxide is not specifically used as a sleep aid, but some believe it might help due to its muscle relaxation properties.
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