magnesium sulfate
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of magnesium sulfate
First recorded in 1885–90
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The painkiller infusions had a high vulnerability score, as did I.V. electrolytes like potassium chloride and magnesium sulfate that are made at the plant and listed by Pfizer as potentially affected by the tornado.
From New York Times ● Jul. 25, 2023
Epsom salts contain magnesium sulfate, so we suspect your technique might be beneficial.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 8, 2023
A pharmacist reportedly recommended the man try magnesium sulfate to clear the infection, but MacDonald said he didn’t have any luck.
From Fox News ● Jan. 30, 2020
It also filtered out other salts: magnesium chloride by more than 90%; and magnesium sulfate, or Epsom salt, by more than 99%.
From Nature ● May 2, 2018
Epsom salts Hydrated magnesium sulfate, MgSO4.7H2O, used as a cathartic and to reduce inflammation.
From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson
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