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Drug information on OB-CAL (Magnesium Hydroxide) from Obsurge Biotech Limited

OB-CAL   Tablet   Obsurge Biotech Limited Generic : Magnesium Hydroxide	63.80 1000mg / 100mg / 4mg / 200IU 10

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 25, 2011

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Indigestion

Ulcerative Colitis

GI irritation, diarrhea, abdominal cramps and paralytic ileus.

PO - Upto 1 g/day usually given with an Al-containing antacid.
Osmotic laxative 2.4-4.8 g/day in single or divided doses.

It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with or without food.

Hypersensitivity.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of appendicitis, stomach pain, intestinal blockage, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, kidney problems, rectal bleeding, recent bowel surgery, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• After administration, this medication usually causes bowel movement within 30 minutes to 6 hours, if it is not happening consult with your doctor.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it as directed by your physician.