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Quick facts

How it is given
oral
Type
human otc drug
Brand names
Humco Dewees Carminative
RxNorm ID
205337

We do not publish dosing. How much of this medicine to take, how often, and for how long depends on your age, weight, kidney and liver function, other conditions and other medicines. That is a decision for the person who prescribes or dispenses it. Follow the directions on your own pack and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.

What it is used to treat

Use For the temporary relief of upset stomach or sour stomach, and acid indigestion.

Warnings

Warnings Do not use if you have kidney desease.

Ask a doctor before use if

Ask a doctor before use If you are taking prescription drugs. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

When using this medicine

When sing this product Do not take more than the maximum recommended daily dose (Adults 8 tsps. - children 4 tsps.), or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor. May have laxative effect.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. In the case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control center immediately.

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Magnesium Carbonate 250 mg per tsp. (5 mL)

Other ingredients

Inactive ingredients Alcohol 5%, Asafetida, Avicel, Benzyl Alcohol, Carrageenan, Glycerin, Microcrystalline Cellulose and Carboxymethylcelloulose Sodium, Purified Water, Simethicone, Sucrose, Xanthan Gum

Before you take anything new

Tell your pharmacist or doctor about every medicine you take — including ones bought without a prescription, herbal products and supplements. Interactions are one of the most common avoidable causes of harm from medicines, and a pharmacist can check your full list in a couple of minutes.


This page is built from the openFDA record of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approved labelling for this product, effective 15 December 2023. Label text has been shortened and reformatted for readability; safety wording has not been altered in meaning. FDA labelling describes products approved in the United States — brand names, strengths, formulations and approved uses may differ in your country. Always read the leaflet that comes with your own pack. PocketsInfo is not affiliated with, and is not endorsed by, the FDA. Retrieved 2026-07-30.