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Magnesia

usgb/mægˈniʒə/Volume
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Usage Clarity

Used medically, mainly in reference to its remedial properties, not casually or in everyday conversations.

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After the meal, he took magnesia for his indigestion.
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Remedy Specific

Magnesia is specifically for stomach issues, not for other medical conditions.

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She only uses magnesia for heartburn, not for headaches.
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Not a Beverage

Despite the common name 'milk of magnesia', it's not edible like milk and shouldn't be consumed as a food.

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Remember, milk of magnesia is a medicine, not a milk product.
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