Demulen 1/35 and Phillips Milk of Magnesia

• Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol / ethynodiol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Kelnor, Zovia 1/35, Zovia 1/50, Demulen 1/35, Demulen 1/50, Zovia 1/35e, Kelnor 1/50, Kelnor 1/35, Zovia 1/50e

Ethinyl estradiol and ethynodiol diacetate combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, ethinyl estradiol and ethynodiol diacetate, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization (pregnancy) is prevented.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective than birth control pills. Discuss your options for birth control with your doctor.

This medicine does not prevent HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: magnesium hydroxide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ex-Lax Milk of Magnesia, Milk of Magnesia, Pedia-Lax Chewable, Phillips Milk of Magnesia, Dulcolax Milk of Magnesia, Concentrated Phillips Milk of Magnesia

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Phillips Milk of Magnesia reduces stomach acid, and increases water in the intestines which may induce bowel movements.

Phillips Milk of Magnesia is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation.

Phillips Milk of Magnesia is also used as an antacid to relieve indigestion, sour stomach, and heartburn.

Phillips Milk of Magnesia may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.