Magnesium Sulfate

Uses External

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

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

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

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.

Ask a doctor before use if you have: 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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: As a laxative

• taking prescription medication

this product

• do not use more than directed

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.

If pregnant or breastfeeding consult a health care professional before use.

(in each teaspoon) Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt) 5 g

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