Recall: Magnesium Citrate
Jul. 2022Pharmacy Updates
Vi-Jon LLC has recalled one lot of CVS Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution Lemon Flavor, 10 fl. oz. (296 mL). This drug is used to treat occasional constipation and generally produces a bowel movement in 0.5 to 6 hours. The product is packaged in a 10-oz., clear round plastic bottle. The affected CVS Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution Lemon Flavor lot includes batch number 0556808 and expiration date 12/2023 (printed on the shoulder of the bottle). Read the full text of the Magnesium Citrate recall.
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