Label: EPSOM SALT- magnesium sulfate granule, for solution

  • NDC Code(s): 55910-038-07, 55910-038-43
  • Packager: Old East Main, CO
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph not final

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Updated December 14, 2022

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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

  • Inactive Ingredients

    None

  • Other information

    • magnesium content 495 mg per teaspoon (5 grams)
  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    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.

    Since 1903

    Rexall

    Visit us at Rexall.com or call 1-866-4-REXALL

    PACKAGED FOR OLD RAST MAIN CO

    100 MISSION RIDGE

    GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072 USA

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    ZIPPER PLACEMENT

    Since 1903 Rexall

    Epsom Salt

    Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.MgSO4 - 7H2O

    • Saline Laxative
    • Soaking Aid - for minor sprains and bruises

    NET WT 16 OZ

    (1 LB) 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:55910-038
    Route of AdministrationORAL, TOPICAL
    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:55910-038-43453 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/21/1993
    2NDC:55910-038-071814 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/21/1993
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33410/21/1993
    Labeler - Old East Main, CO (068331990)
    Registrant - Vi-Jon, LLC (790752542)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Vi-Jon, LLC790752542manufacture(55910-038)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Vi-Jon, LLC088520668manufacture(55910-038)