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Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Magnesium hydroxide 400mg; watermelon-flavored; contains magnesium 170mg per tab.
Pharmacological Class
Laxative (saline).
How Supplied
Tabs—30
Manufacturer
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Indications
Indications
Occasional constipation.
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Dosage and Administration
Children
<2yrs: not recommended. Drink 8oz of liquid with each dose. 2–5yrs: 1–3 tabs daily. 6–11yrs: 3–6 tabs daily. Both: may be given as a single dose or in divided doses. Results usually within 30 minutes to 6 hours; reevaluate if ineffective.
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Contraindications
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Renal disease. Magnesium-restricted diet. Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs.
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Pharmacokinetics
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Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Interactions
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Adverse Reactions
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Clinical Trials
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Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Note
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Chewable Tablets Patient Counseling
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