Label: EPSOM SALT- magnesium sulfate granule

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated February 8, 2024

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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

    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 rech 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 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

  • Other information

    • each teaspoon (5 grams) contains:magnesium 495 mg
  • Inactive Ingredients

    None

  • Questions?

    1-888-593-0590

  • Adverse reaction

    DIST. BY MEIJER DISTRIBUTION, INC.

    GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49544

    www.meijer.com

    Meijer Pharmacist Recommended

    Money Back Guarantee

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    Meijer

    FRAGRANCE-FREE

    epsom salt magnesium sulfate U.S.P.

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

    Soaking AID DIRECTIONS: For a relaxing bath/soak, generously sprinkle Meijer Epsom Salt into warm, running bath water.
    FOOT SOAK DIRECTION: Dissolve the product in a small basin of water. Soak feet for 15-20 minutes.
    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.

    For use as a fertilizer apply at the following rates:

    Lawns - Apply at a rate of 1/2 pound per one thousand square feet of lawn.

    For use as a plant food supplement apply at the following rates:
    Tomatoes, Roses - One teaspoon per foot plant height every two weeks.
    Evergreens, Azaleas, Rhododendrons-apply one tablespoon per nine sq. ft. (3' x 3') over the root zone every two to for weeks.
    Garden Plants and Shrubbery -Sprinkle 2 tablespoons around the base of each plant.
    Trees -Apply two tablespoons per nine sq. ft. (3' x3') over root zone once every four months.
    Garden Startup -Sprinkle approximately one cup per 100 sq. ft. (10' x 10') and mix ito soil prior to planting.
    Houseplants -Mix one teaspoon per gallon of water and feed to plants every one to four weeks.
    For quicker results water plants after applying this product.

    GUARANTEED ANALYSIS*

    Magnesium (Mg) 9.8% - 9.8% Soluble Magnesium (Mg)
    Sulfur (S) 12.9% - 12.9% Combined Sulfur (S)
    Derived from: magnesium sulfate
    F-1253

    Information regarding the contents and levels of metals in this product is available on the Internet at:
    http.//agr.wa.gov
    *GUARANTEED BY: Vi-Jon, Inc 8515 Page Ave. St. Louis, MO 63114

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    Epsom salt is useful every season of the year.

    Beat winter blues - Simply dissolve two cups of Meijer Epsom Salt in a warm bath to provide soothing relief from stress and stiffness.

    A mineral spring spa - Spring is your fresh start to working out and physical activity, often leading to overexertion. Just dissolve two cups of Meijer Epsom Salt into warm bath water, settle in, and experience the relief and relaxation.

    First aid summer salt - Dissolve two cups of Meijer Epsom Salt in two cups of warm water to make a compress. Apply as a wet dressing towel to provide soothing relief from overexertion from sports. Dissolve two cups of Meijer Epsom Salt into a gallon of water to make a foot soak to relieve and soothe tired feet.

    Relax into autumn - Dissolve two cusps of Meijer Epsom Salt into a gallon of warm water. this will soak away tiredness, soreness and help soothe away stress.

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    Resealable Pouch Tamper evident packaging.

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

    Value Size 8 lbs

    Meijer

    FRAGRANCE-FREE

    epsom salt

    MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P.

    saline laxative

    soaking aid

    plant food supplement

    NATURALLY DERIVED

    For relief of occasional constipation

    For minor sprains and bruises

    For bigger, more vigorous plants

    NET WT 8 LB (3.62 kg)

    MM01

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    EPSOM SALT 
    magnesium sulfate granule
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:41250-929
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    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:41250-929-803628 g in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product04/10/2017
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00707/03/2013
    Labeler - Meijer (006959555)
    Registrant - Vi Jon, LLC (088520668)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Consumer Product Partners, LLC119091514manufacture(41250-929)