Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Will milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) work 2-4 hours after taking?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes usually: Yes usually the onset is within 4 hours. Following the directions on the package is important Diet adjustments and including pr obiotics such as yogurt and whole grains is advised.
Answered 6/8/2018
3.3k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I was wondering if you take milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) every day will it get to were it would no longer work.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I feel constipated, but little strands are coming out. I've just taken some milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide). If it doesn't work, what should I do?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Constipated for 4 days. Stool softener produced a few small stools. Took Philips milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide). Stimulant free. Safe? Go to ER if it doesn't work?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Hello. I tried milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) magnesium citrate and castor oil and none same to work for fully and I was wondering what should I do next..
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I had milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) nearly 23 hours ago. What happens?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
How long does it take for milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) to work? I haven't gone in 4 days...
How fast milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) work?
Will milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) still work even if expired?
How much time does it take for milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) to work?
Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) problem; sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Why?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
