Humco Epson Salt

Humco Epson Salt is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is MAGNESIUM SULFATE. It is labelled by Humco Holding Group, Inc. taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 0395-0807, application M007, label effective 20231215. It is one of 10 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient MAGNESIUM SULFATE. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing MAGNESIUM SULFATE are most often described in connection with: relief occasional, constipation external, soaking aid, minor sprains. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Use As a laxative: For relief of occasional constipation. As an external soaking aid: For temporary relief of minor sprains and bruises.

Directions For laxative use. Adults and children 12 yrs. of age and older: 2 to 4 level tsps (10 - 30 g) in an 8 oz glass of water. Repeat in 6 hours if needed. Drink 8 ozs of liquid with each dose. limit 2 doses per day. Lemon juice may be added to improve taste. this product generally produces bowel movements in 1/2 to 6 hours. Best when taken on an empty stomach. Children 6 to 12 yrs of age: Consulta doctor before use. For use as a soaking aid: Dissolve 2 cupfuls of Epson Salt per gallon of warm water. apply in conjunction with bandages or toweling.

Warnings Ask as a doctor before use if you: haeve kidney disease or diabetes. Have abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, change in bowel habits persisting more than 2 weeks. Have already used a laxative for a period longer than 1 week. Serious side effects from prolonged use or overdose may occur. Are taking prescription drugs.

FDA lists 10 drug label records with MAGNESIUM SULFATE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

What is Humco Epson Salt used for?
Use As a laxative: For relief of occasional constipation. As an external soaking aid: For temporary relief of minor sprains and bruises.

Who makes Humco Epson Salt?
Humco Holding Group, Inc. is the labeler of record for Humco Epson Salt. 10 FDA label records share the active ingredient MAGNESIUM SULFATE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does Humco Epson Salt come in?
administered by oral. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is Humco Epson Salt prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Are there other products containing MAGNESIUM SULFATE?
Yes. 10 FDA drug label records list MAGNESIUM SULFATE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has Humco Epson Salt been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.