milk of magnesia

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Noun milk of magnesia has 1 sense

milk of magnesia, magnesium hydroxide - purgative consisting of a milky white liquid suspension of magnesium hydroxide; used as a laxative and (in smaller doses) as an antacid
--₁ is a kind of purgative, cathartic, physic, aperient

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Milk of Magnesia

Definition:

Milk of Magnesia refers to a medicinal liquid containing the compound magnesium hydroxide, commonly used as an antacid or laxative to relieve digestive discomfort.

Sample Sentences:

After indulging in a heavy meal, I took a dose of milk of magnesia to soothe my upset stomach.
My doctor recommended milk of magnesia as a remedy for my occasional constipation.
Due to its alkaline nature, milk of magnesia can neutralize excess stomach acid and relieve heartburn.

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