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
Use
- for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- for this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Warnings
Warnings
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
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)
Other
Tamper Evident Packaging
Caution this package has been sealed for your protection. Do not use if package is open, torn or mulitated.
DIRECTIONS: Dissolve 2 cupfuls of this product per gallon of water. Apply with bandages or toweling for 30 minutes up to three times a day or use as a soak or in bath. Use warm water for best results.
Caution: if prompt relief is not obtained or there is evidence of infection, discontinue use and consult your phyusician. 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.
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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
NET WT 16 OZ (1 LB) 453 g
602.002/602AA
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