FDA Label for Epsom Salt
View Indications, Usage & Precautions
Epsom Salt Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Walgreens. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Tamper Evident
TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGING:
CAUTION: THIS PACKAGE AS BEEN SEALED FOR YOUR PROTECTION. DO NOT USE IF PACKAGE IS OPEN, TORN OR MUTILATED.
Active Ingredient
Magnesium sulfate USP ( Heptahydrate) 100%
Purpose
Saline laxative
soaking aid
Uses
Uses for Oral Laxative
- for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
For Soaking
For external use as a soaking aid for minor sprains and bruises.
Warnings For Soaking
CAUTION: If prompt relief is not obtained or there is evidence of infection, discontinue use and consult your physician. Hot or warm soaks should not be used by individuals with diabetes except on the advice of a physician. Keep out of reach of children.
Ask A Doctor Before Use
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- kidney disease
- a magnesium-restricted diet
- abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
- already used a laxative for a period longer than 1 week.
Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist
before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor
if you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- do not exceed recommended daily dosage
- drink a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid with each dose
- may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
- dissolve the dose in 8 ounces of water. Lemon juice may be added to improve the taste
adults and children 12 years and over - 2 to 6 level teaspoons (10 to 30 grams) daily
children 6 to under 12 years - 1 to 2 level teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) daily
children under 6 years - consult a doctor
Directions for Soaking
Directions: Dissolve 2 cupfuls of this product per gallon of water. Apply with bandages or towelling for 30 minutes up to three times a day, or use as a soak or in bath. Use warm water for best results.
For a less intensive soak, use 1 or 2 cupfuls in a bath. Use warm water for best results.
Other Information
- magnesium content 495 mg per teaspoon (5 grams)
Questions?
1-888-593-0593
Adverse Reaction Section
DISTRIBUTED BY: WALREEN CO.
200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015
WALGREENS
100% SATISFACTION
GUARANTEED
walgreens.com 2015 Walgreen Co.
MADE IN U.S.A. WITH US AND FOREIGN COMPONENTS
Principal Display Panel
Well at
Walgreens
WALGREENS PHARMACIST RECOMMENDED
Epsom Salt
Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.
Saline laxative for the relief of occasional constipation
Soaking aid for minor sprains & bruises
NET WT 6 LB (2.72 kg)
* Please review the disclaimer below.
