Epsom Salt

Manufacturer
Western Family | Consumer Product Partners, LLC
Effective date
2024-03-29
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
14
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-01 21:07:00

Label at a glance#

ProductEpsom Salt
Active ingredientMAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATE
Label structure9 sections

Indications and uses

•for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) •this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

Dosage and administration

•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...

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active ingredient

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Magnesium sulfate USP (heptahydrate) 100%

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Saline laxative

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

•for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
•this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours

WARNINGS SECTION

Warnings

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

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

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

•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

Other information

OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

•magnesium content 495 mg per teaspoon (5 grams)

Inactive Ingredient

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

None

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

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

For external use as a soaking aid for minor sprains and bruises
Directions: Dissolve 2 cupfuls of this product per gallon of water. Apply with bandages or toweling for 30 minutes up to three times a day, or use as a soak or in bath. Use warm water for best results.

Directions for use (fertilizer)
Or  for use as a fertilizer apply at the following rates:

Lawns:
Apply at a rate of 1/2 pound per one thousand square feet of lawn.

Garden Plants and Shrubbery:Sprinkle 2 tablespoons around the base of each plant.

For use as a plant food supplement apply at the following rates:

Tomatoes, roses 
One teaspoon per foot plant height every two weeks.

Evergreens, Azaleas, Rhododendrons.  Apply one tablespoon per nine sq. Ft. (3' x 3') over the
root zone every two to four weeks .

Trees 
Apply two tablespoons per nine sq ft (3' x 3') over root zone once every four months

Garden startup Sprinkle approximately one cup per 100 sq.ft. (10' x 10') and mix into soil prior to planting.

Houseplants Mix one teaspoon per gallon of water and feed to plants every one to four weeks

For quicker results water plants after applying this product.

Guaranteed Analysis
Magnesium (Mg) .........................................9.8%
9.8% Soluble Magnesium (Mg)
Sulfur (S)......................................................12.9%
12.9% Combined Sulfur (S)
Derived from: magnesium sulfate
F-1253

Information regarding the contents and levels of metals in
this product is available on the Internet at:
http.//agr.wa.gov
GUARANTEED BY: Vi-Jon, Inc
8515 Page Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63114

Proudly Distributed by
Western Family Foods, Inc
PO Box 4507
Portland, OR 97208

principal display panel

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

RESEALABLE

Helps Keep Moisture Out

WESTERN FAMILY

Epsom Salt

MAGNESIUM SULFATE U.S.P

  • Soak Solution - for minor sprains and bruises
  • Saline Laxative
  • Plant Nutrient

Net Wt 1 LB (454 g)

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MAGNESIUM CATIONACTIVE MOIETYT6V3LHY8383

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