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FDA Label for Epsom Salt

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Table of Contents

    1. CLAIMS
    2. ACTIVE INGREDIENT
    3. PURPOSE
    4. USES
    5. WARNINGS
    6. ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
    7. ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
    8. STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
    9. IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING
    10. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
    11. DIRECTIONS
    12. OTHER INFORMATION
    13. SIDE PANEL INFORMATION
    14. ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION
    15. PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Epsom Salt Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Meijer Distribution, Inc. 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.

Claims



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Caution: this package has been sealed for your protection.

Do not use if package is open, torn or mutilated

Epsom Salt

Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P. MgS04 - 7H20


Active Ingredient



Magnesium sulfate USP (heptahydrate) 100%


Purpose



Saline Laxative


Uses



  • for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Warnings



For this product


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


Other Information



  • magnesium content 495 mg per teaspoon (5 grams)

Side Panel Information



for external use as a soaking aid

for minr sprains and bruises.

DIRECTIONS: Dissolve 2 cupfuls of this product per fallon of water.

Apply with bandages or toweling for 30 minutes up to three times a day.

For a less intensive soak, use 1 or 2 cupfuls in a bath.  Use warm water for best rsults.

CAUTION: If promt relief is not obained 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 our of reach of children.


Adverse Reactions Section



Manufactured for Big Lots, Inc.

By Vi-Jon, Inc.

St. Louis, MO 63114

V# 425040

Item # 1000041871

602.002/602AA


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Epsom

Salt

Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.

MgS04 - 7H20

Saline Laxative For Relief

of Occasional Constipation

Soaking Aid For Minor 

Sprains and Bruises

Discover the relaxing spa

like qualities of this

product in your bath

NET WT 4 LB (1.81 kg)


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