FDA Label for Epsom Salt
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Epsom Salt Product Label
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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
Warnings
Ask A Doctor Before Use
- 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 liquie 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)
Other
Tamper Evident Packaging:
Caution: this package has been sealed for your protection. Do not use if package is open, torn or mutilated.
Adding Epsom Salt to your bath will help relieve the aches and pains of minor sprains and bruises. Let Epsom Salt do the work while your relax in the bathtub.
Directions: Pour 2 cups of Epsom Salt in 1 quart of warm water. Using a towel, apply solution to the affected area for 15 - 30 minut3es to help relieve the aches and pains of minor spains and bruises. Repeat as needed.
As a warm compress:
Dissolve 1/2 cup or Epsom salt in 1 quart of warm water. Using a towel, apply solution to the affected area for 15-30 minutes to help relieve the aches and pains of minor sprans and bruises. Repeat as needed.
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.
EPSOM SALT
MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P.
MgSO4 - 7H2O
"SATISFACTION GUARANTEEDÂ OR YOUR MONEY BACK."
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EPSOM SALT
MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P.
MgSO4 - 7H2O
Saline laxative for relief of occasional constipation
Soaking aid for minor sprains and bruises
Resealable Pouch
quality value
NET WT 4 LB (1.81 kg)
602.002/602AA
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