Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Label CVS48400A
- 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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