Lucky Epsom Salt
Active Ingredient
Magnesium sulfate USP 100%
Purpose
Saline laxative
Uses
■ relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
■ generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if you have
■ kidney disease ■ a magnesium restricted diet ■ stomach pain, nausea or vomiting ■ noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are
presently taking a prescription drug
When using this product
■ do not use more than directed
Stop use and ask a doctor if
■ you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. This may indicate a serious condition.
■ you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week.
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away
Directions
■do not exceed more than 2 doses per day; if necessary repeat dosage in 4 hours
age dose
adults and children 2-4 level teaspoons dissolved
12 years and older in a full glass (8oz) of water
children 6 to 1-2 level teaspoons dissolved
11 years in a full glass (8oz) of water
Not recommended for children under 6 years of age
Inactive ingredients
NONE
Other information
■ each teaspoon contains magnesium 493 mg