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Meaning of MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE

Pronunciation:  mag'neezeeum hI'drâksId

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 Definition: [n]  purgative consisting of a milky white liquid suspension of magnesium hydroxide; used as a laxative and (in smaller doses) as an antacid
 
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 Synonyms: milk of magnesia
 
 See Also: aperient, cathartic, physic, purgative

 

 

 

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