Epsom Salt

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What is Epsom Salt?

Generic Name: magnesium sulfate
Other Brand Names: Sulfamag, Magnesium Sulfate, Dextrose-Magnesium Sulfate, Magnesium Sulfate, Injectable, Magnesium Sulfate-Lactated Ringers, Mg sulfate
Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves. Magnesium sulfate also increases water in the intestines, which may induce defecation.
Magnesium hydroxide is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation (irregularity).
Magnesium sulfate may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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Osteoathritis and Sea Salt - Arthritis Community

- Oct 27, 2009
Is taking a bath in Sea Salt a good way to relieve pain?

Epsom salt bath? - Arthritis Community

- Oct 19, 2009
I'd be interested in people's views on the benefit of Epsom Salts baths. Also, what would b...

Epsom Salt Bath for Muscle Ache and to Rest?? - Hepatitis C Community

- Jan 05, 2009
Has anyone read anything +/- about the use of Epsom salt baths to relieve muscle strain and...

Toenail removal recovery set-back - Foot Care (Podiatry) Expert Forum

- Jul 12, 2009
I had both the nails on my big toes removed 4 days ago. Things were going well, very little...

Bath.. - Pregnancy 18-34 Community

- Jul 09, 2008
Is it ok to take a warm bath with epsom salt?

a nail - Pediatrics Community

- Jan 04, 2009
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related - Herpes Community

- Sep 06, 2009
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- Jul 17, 2007
I have a red bag like on the inside of my vagina. It only hurts when it is touched. What co...

psoriasis treatment - Dermatology Community

- Apr 22, 2008
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