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Epsom Salt

Epsom Salt is a brand of Epsom Salt.

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

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Sold without prescription in some countries Oral

How to use Epsom Salt

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

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

How to take it and how often
  • Do not exceed more than 2 doses per day; if necessary repeat dosage in 4 hours age dose
  • Adults and children 12 years and older 2-4 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water
  • Children 6 to 11 years 1-2 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water Not recommended for children under 6 years of age
While you are taking it

do not use more than directed

Talk to a doctor first if

kidney disease a magnesium restricted diet stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

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. …

Possible side effects

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

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnancy or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-07-11.

Same medicine, other brands

Products with Epsom Salt as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Check your pack of Epsom Salt

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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Questions about Epsom Salt

What is in Epsom Salt?

Epsom Salt contains Epsom Salt. Other brands with the same active ingredient work the same way; the dose and strength on your pack are what matter.

What is Epsom Salt used for?

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 1/2 to 6 hours (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Epsom Salt?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: do not exceed more than 2 doses per day; if necessary repeat dosage in 4 hours age dose adults and children 12 years and older 2-4 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water children 6 to 11 years 1-2 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water Not recommended for children under 6 years of age.…

Do I need a prescription for Epsom Salt?

In many countries Epsom Salt is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Epsom Salt?

Epsom Salt is sold under names such as Hemocyte Plus, Concept Ob, Tis-u-sol, Sutab, Ellis Tonic, Eldertonic. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Epsom Salt?

The official label lists: 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 Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Epsom Salt?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12 years and older 2-4 level teaspoons dissolved in a full glass (8oz) of water children 6 to 11 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Epsom Salt when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnancy or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

How can I check that my Epsom Salt is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.