Label: EPSOM SALT- magnesium sulfate granule

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG 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

    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 use 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 pregnancy 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) immediately.

  • Directions

    • do not exceed more than 2 doses per day; if necessary repeat dosage in 4 hours
    agedose
     adults and children 12  years and older 2-4 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water 
     children 6 to 11 years

    1-2 level teaspoons dissolved 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 495 mg
  • Questions or comments?

    For laxative or soak, call 1-877-753-3935 Monday- Friday 9AM-5PM EST

  • Principal Display Panel

    EPSOM SALTS

    Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.

    Mg SO4 + 7H2O

    Soaking aid for minor sprains & bruises

    Saline laxative for relief of occasional constipation

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

    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 ADVISE OF A PHYSICIAN. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

    STORE IN COOL DRY PLACE OUT OF DIRECT SUNLIGHT. PACKAGE SOLD BY WEIGHT NOT VOLUME. SOME SETTLING OF CONTENT MAY OCCUR DURING SHIPMENT. IF CAKING OCCURS, TAP POUCH GENTLE TO FREE GRANULES

    NET WT OZ  (LB) kg

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

    DISTRIBUTED BY:

    BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC

    P.O. BOX 99, PLEASANTON, CA 94566-0009

  • Package Label

    Magnesium Sulfate USP (heptahydrate) 100%

    SIGNATURE CARE Epsom Salt

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    EPSOM SALT 
    magnesium sulfate granule
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:21130-970
    Route of AdministrationORAL, TOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    MAGNESIUM SULFATE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: DE08037SAB) (MAGNESIUM CATION - UNII:T6V3LHY838) MAGNESIUM SULFATE, UNSPECIFIED1 g  in 1 g
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:21130-970-041814 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product02/01/2023
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00702/01/2023
    Labeler - Safeway, Inc. (009137209)
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