Epsom Salt

FDA Drug Profile — Epsom Salt

Drug Details

Generic Name
Epsom Salt
Brand Names
Epsom Salt
Application Number
M007
Sponsor
Big Lots
NDC Codes
7
Dosage Forms
GRANULE
Routes
ORAL, TOPICAL
Active Ingredients
MAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, UNSPECIFIED

Indications and Usage

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

Warnings

Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease a magnesium restricted diet stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug. When using this product do not use more than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. This may indicate a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnancy 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.