Epsom salt
— Materia Medica
Snapshot
Epsom salt (Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate) — specific reference entry in your Materia Medica.
Parts usedMineral salt (topical bath)
Primary actionsTopical mineral soak; muscle relaxation (topical comfort)
SystemsMusculoskeletal; Skin
PreparationsWarm bath soak; compress
NotesUsed externally in bath soaks or compresses; not an herbal infusion and not typically taken internally without medical direction.
SafetyEducational content. Consult a qualified professional regarding individual use, especially with medications, pregnancy, or medical conditions.
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