Epsom Salt MAGNESIUM SULFATE CVS PHARMACY FDA Approved Uses External • temporarily relieves minor sprains and bruises Internal • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours
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Route
ORAL TOPICAL
Applications
M007
Package NDC

Drug Facts

Composition & Profile

Active Ingredients
Active ingredient (in each teaspoon) Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt) 5 g
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive ingredient None
Strengths
5 g
Treats Conditions
Uses External Temporarily Relieves Minor Sprains And Bruises Internal Relieves Occasional Constipation Irregularity Generally Produces Bowel Movement In 1 2 To 6 Hours

Identifiers & Packaging

Container Type UNKNOWN
All Product Codes
UNII
SK47B8698T
Packaging

Label CVS48400A

Package Descriptions
  • Label CVS48400A

Overview

Uses External • temporarily relieves minor sprains and bruises Internal • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Indications & Usage

Uses External • temporarily relieves minor sprains and bruises Internal • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Dosage & Administration

Directions As a soaking solution: Pour 2 cups of Epsom Salt under warm, running bath water. Soak for 20 minutes to relieve sore, tired muscles. As a warm compress: Dissolve 1 cup of Epsom Salt in 1 quart of warm water. Using a towel, apply solution to the affected area for 15-30 minutes to reduce pain and swelling. Repeat as needed. As a laxative: If necessary, repeat dosage after 4 hours. Do not take more than 2 doses per day. Drink a full 8 oz of water with each dose. adults and children 12 years of age and older .......................1-3 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water daily. children 6 to 12years of age ............................1/2-1 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water daily. Not recommended for children under 6 years of age

Warnings & Precautions
Warnings As a laxative • Do not give to children under six years of age except under the advice and supervision of a physician. • For occasional use only. Serious side effects from prolonged use or overdose may occur.
Purpose

Purpose External Use ...................................................... Soaking Solution Internal Use .......................................................... Saline Laxative

When Using

When using this product • do not use more than directed

Stop Use & Ask a Doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if: As a soaking solution • you experience redness, irritation, swelling or infection. As a laxative • you have no bowel movement within six hours or experience rectal bleeding - these could be signs of a serious condition. • you have already used a laxative for longer than one week.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion or overdose, seek medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.


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