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Epsom Salt

Dosage form
GRANULE, FOR SOLUTION
Labeler
Meijer, Inc.
Label updated
2026-02-19
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE
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Claims

meijer ®

Epsom Salt

MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P.

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

for this product

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
  • 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 ingredient

none

Other information
  • each teaspoon (5 grams) contains: magnesium 495 mg
Questions

1-888-593-0593

Side panels

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 Directions: Dissolve this product in a small basin of water. Soak 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 warms soaks should not be used by individuals with diabetes except on the advice of a physican.

Keep out of children.

Meijer ®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 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
By dissolving two cups of Meijer ®Epsom Salt in a warm bath you'll be able to:

  • revitalize tired and aching muscles
  • feel refreshed and rejuvenated

RELAX INTO AUTUMN
Dissolve two cups of Meijer ®Epsom Salt into a gallon of war water. This will soak away tiredness, soreness and help soothe away stress.

Adverse reaction

DIST. BY MEIJER DISTRIBUTION, INC.

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49544

www.meijer.com

OUR QUALITY GUARANTEE

The Meijer Family

www.meijer.com/satisfaction

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Cut along dotted line and press zipper to reseal.

Resealable Pouch

TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGING:

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

NDC 41250-602-07

meijer ®

Epsom Salt

Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.

Saline Laxative

Soaking Aid

FRAGRANCE FREE 

For Relief of Occasional Constipation

For minor Sprains and Bruises

Naturally derived

NET WT 4 LB (1.81 kg)

Epsom Salt

Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P.

NET WT 4 LB (1.81 kg)

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DailyMed Set ID: 2070a4a6-7968-49f2-84ec-53bd1cd82445 · Version 17
NDC: 41250-602