What is the meaning Of Magnesia Milk?

Milk of magnesia is a white suspension of hydrated magnesium hydroxide in water, used as an antacid or laxative.

Magnesium hydroxide is the inorganic compound with the chemical formula Mg(OH)₂. It occurs in nature as the mineral brucite. It is a white solid with low solubility in water. Magnesium hydroxide is a common component of antacids, such as milk of magnesia, as well as laxatives. 

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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