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Health Smart Natural Epsom Salt

Dosage form: granule, for solution
Ingredients: MAGNESIUM SULFATE 1g in 1g
Labeler: International Wholesale, Inc.
NDC code: 52862-201

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 5, 2023.

Drug Facts

Active Ingredient

Magnesium Sulfate USP (Epsom Salt)

Purpose

Internal Use.......... Saline Laxative

External Use..........Soaking Solution

Uses

Internal

  • Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • Generally produces bowel movements in 1/2 to 6 hours

External

  • Relieves pain from major sprains and bruises

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 habbits 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 presently taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

When using this product, do not use more than directed.

Stop and consult a doctor if:

As Laxative:

  • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use. This may indicate a serious condition
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

As soaking solution:

  • you have redness, irritation, swelling or infection occurs
  • hot or warm soaks should not be used by individuals with diabeties except with the advice of a physician 

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health profesional before use.

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In the case of an accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immedietly.

Directions

for Internal Use as a Laxative:

  • do not exceed more than 2 doses per day
  • may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
  • dissolve each dose in a full (8 ounces) of liquid
AgeDose
adults and children 12 years and older2 to 4 level teaspoons (10 to 20 grams) daily
children 6 to under 12 years1 to 2 level teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) daily

Not recomended for children under 6 years of age

For external use as a soaking solution:

Add two cups to warm bath water and soak for 20 minutes.

For external use as a compress:

Adults dissolve 1 cup Epsom Salt in a quart of warm water, soak towel in solution and apply to affected area for 15 to 30 minutes.

Other Information

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

Fertilizer Uses - Guaranteed Analysis

Magnesium (Mg)..................9.87% Water Soluble Magnesium (Mg)

Sulfer(S).................................................12.98%Combined Sulfer(S)

Directions for use (Fertilizer)

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

Garden Plants & Shrubbery: 2 tablespoons around the plant base every 2-4 weeks.

Trees: 2 tablespoons over the root zone every 4 months.

Tomatoes: 1 teaspoon per foot plant height every 2 weeks.

Evergreen, Azaleas & Rhododendrons: 1 tablespoon over root zone every 2-4 weeks.

Garden Startup: Mix 1 cup per 100 sq. ft of soil prior to planting.

Houseplants: 1 teaspoon per gallon of water and feed plants every 1-4 weeks.

An Epsom Salt bath or soak has been trusted as a natural remedy for minor aches and sprains for hundreds of years. Epsom Salt can help relieve tired, achy muscles by providing Magnesium to help reduce swelling, and Sulfate which helps flush toxins from proteins in joints. Epsom Salt can also be consumed as a natural saline laxative for occassional relief.

EPSOM SALT WITHOUT SCENT CAN BE APPLIED FOR BOTH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL USE, SCENTED EPSOM SALTS CAN BE APPLIED FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.

MADE IN CHINA . DISTRIBUTED BY:
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NDC#52862-201

Package Label

HEALTH
SMARTTM

NATURAL
Epson Salt

Magnesium Sulfate U.S.P • Soaking Solution • Saline Laxative

Soothes Minor Aches,
Sprains & Sore Muscles
Calming & Rejuvenating

Original

NET WT 16 OZ (454g)

HEALTH SMART NATURAL EPSOM SALT 
magnesium sulfate granule, for solution
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:52862-201
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
MAGNESIUM SULFATE (MAGNESIUM CATION) MAGNESIUM SULFATE1 g  in 1 g
Packaging
#Item CodePackage Description
1NDC:52862-201-16454 g in 1 POUCH
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC monograph not finalpart33408/01/2013
Labeler - International Wholesale, Inc. (161872676)

 
International Wholesale, Inc.

Further information

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