Label: EPSOM SALT- magnesium sulfate granule, for solution

  • NDC Code(s): 0869-0602-07, 0869-0602-34, 0869-0602-43, 0869-0602-45
  • Packager: Vi-Jon, LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

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  • Tamper Evident Statement

    Tamper Evident Packaging:

    Caution: This package has been sealed for your protection. Do not use if package is open, torn or mutilated.

  • 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 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 teasppon (5 grams)
  • Inactive ingredients

    None

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    Epsom Salt
    MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P.

    For external use as a soaking aid for minor sprains and bruises.

    Directions: Dissolve 2 cupfuls of this product per gallon of water. Apply with bandages or towelling 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 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.

    Distributed by Vi-Jon, LLC

    One Swan Drive

    Smyrna, TN 37167

  • Adverse reaction

    Distributed by Vi-Jon, LLC

    One Swan Drive

    Smyrna, TN 37167

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    Epsom Salt

    MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P.

    • SALINE LAXATIVE - For Relief of Occasional Constipation
    • SOAKING SOLUTION - For Minor Sprains & Bruises

    NET WT 16 OZ (1LB) 454 g

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    EPSOM SALT 
    magnesium sulfate granule, for solution
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0869-0602
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL, ORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE (UNII: SK47B8698T) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838) MAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE1 g  in 1 g
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0869-0602-43454 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product07/15/1998
    2NDC:0869-0602-071814 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product07/15/1998
    3NDC:0869-0602-45907 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product07/15/199805/23/2017
    4NDC:0869-0602-34227 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product07/15/199802/03/2022
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00707/15/1998
    Labeler - Vi-Jon, LLC (088520668)
    Registrant - Consumer Product Partners, LLC (119091520)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Consumer Product Partners, LLC119091514manufacture(0869-0602)
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