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A member asked:
How long should i give milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) to work?
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Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide): Milk of Magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) usually takes effect (leads to a bowel movement ) in half an hour to six hours – but this is variable.
Answered 6/29/2019
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MOM: Within average of 6 hours.
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