Magnesium hydroxide and Mepron

• 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, Concentrated Phillips Milk of Magnesia, Dulcolax Milk of Magnesia

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

Magnesium hydroxide is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation.

Magnesium hydroxide is also used as an antacid to relieve indigestion, sour stomach, and heartburn.

Magnesium hydroxide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: atovaquone
• Dosage Forms: oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Mepron

Mepron interferes with the reproduction of protozoa (single-cell organisms) that can cause disease in the body.

Mepron is used to treat or prevent pneumonia caused by a fungal infection called Pneumocystis carinii (also called Pneumocystis jiroveci).

Mepron is for use in adults and children who are at least 13 years old.

Mepron may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.