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OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Magnesium Sullfate USP (Epsom Salt)


OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Internal Use ...............Saline laxative

External Use ..............Soaking Solution


DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

For internal Use as laxative:

  • do not exceed more than 2 doses per day
  • may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
  • dissolve each dose in a full (8 ounces)of liquid
  • Age = Aduls and children 12 years and older ............Dose: 2 to 4 level teaspoons (10 to 22 grams) daily
  • Children 6 and under 12 years....................................Dose: 1 to 2 level teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) daily
  • Not recommended for children under 6 years of age.

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

USES

Internal

External - RElieves pain from minor prains and bruises

  • Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • Generally produces bowel movements in 1/2 to 6 hours

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Where prompt relief is not obtained or where ther is evidence of infection, discontinue use and consult a physician. Hot or warm soaks should not be used by individuals with diabetes except on advice of a physician. Avoid contact with eyes.


WARNINGS SECTION

Warnings - Ask a doctor before use if you have:

Ask doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking any other drug. take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

When using this product, do not use more than directed.

Stop and consult a doctor if:

As a soaking solution if:

If pregnant or breast-feedig , ask a health professional before use.

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately.

EPSOM SALT WITHOUT SCENT CAN BE APPLIED FOR BOTH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL USE, SCENTED EPSOM SALT CAN BE APPLIED FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.

  • 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

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

n/a


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