Epsom Salt

Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt) 5 g

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

External

• temporarily relieves minor sprains and bruises

Internal

• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

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.

As a soaking solution

• redness or swelling present

• evidence of an infection

• diabetes - hot and warm soaks should not be used by individuals with diabetes except on advice of a physician

As a laxative
• abdominal pain

• nausea
• vomiting
• kidney disease
• a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
• a magnesium-restricted diet

As a laxative • taking prescription medication

• do not use more than directed

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.

consult a health care professional before use.

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

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

dissolve well before use.
magnesium content: 495 mg per teaspoon (5 grams)

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