magnesium hydroxide (MOM)
Class:
Laxatives: Osmotic Laxatives
Indication:
Constipation, bowel prep before a surgery or a procedure.
Mode of Action:
Draws water into intestine, promotes peristalsis.
Cautions:
Not in source
Indication:
Cramping, bloating, diarrhea, hypermagnesemia (with magnesium hydroxide and magnesium citrate).
NC/PT:
Monitor for signs of Mg toxicity with magnesium hydroxide or magnesium citrate.