Epsom Salts
Magnesium Sulfate · Granule · Oral, Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients Purpose Magnesium Sulfate (heptahydrate) 100% Saline Laxative
Purpose
Uses For relief of Occasional Constipation (Irregularity) This product generally produces bowel movement
Uses
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after any other drugs. Laxative may affect how other drugs work.
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 of longer than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health profesional before use
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions do not exceed more than 2 doses per day drink a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid with each dose 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 4 level teaspoons (10 to 20 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 ingredients
There are no inactive ingredients
Label text from the FDA structured product label by International Wholesale Inc. (revised Dec 19, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate in 4 products
Epsom Salts NDC products (4)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52862-202 | Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate 100 g/100g Granule | International Wholesale Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 52862-203 | Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate 100 g/100g Granule | International Wholesale Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 30400-210 | Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate 100 g/100g Granule | Jell Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58037-008 | Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate 100 g/100g Granule | NEW PRIDE CORP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Epsom Salts used for?
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after any other drugs. Laxative may affect how other drugs work.
Who makes Epsom Salts?
Epsom Salts is listed by 3 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including International Wholesale Inc., Jell Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., NEW PRIDE CORP.