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Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) question; how much do you use for children?
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2.5 to 10 ml: The doses as above are for infants to 10 year old children. Try the smaller dose, vary the timng and see what works for you. I use 5-10ml on my own 5 yo daughter with good effect every day.
Answered 10/7/2020
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