Biothrax Vaccine and Epsom Salt

• Generic Name: anthrax vaccine adsorbed
• Dosage Forms: injection, suspension
• Other Brand Names: BioThrax, BioThrax

BioThrax vaccine is used to help prevent anthrax in adults with a high risk of exposure to the anthrax bacteria in certain work settings, while traveling, or during military service. This vaccine works by exposing you to an antigen protein that causes your body to develop immunity to the disease. BioThrax vaccine does not contain live or killed forms of the bacteria that causes anthrax.

BioThrax will not treat an active infection that has already developed in the body.

Like any vaccine, BioThrax may not provide protection from disease in every person.

• Generic Name: magnesium sulfate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Epsom Salt

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral that is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves. Epsom Salt also increases water in the intestines.

Epsom Salt is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation.

Not all external uses for Epsom Salt have been approved by the FDA. Epsom salt should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Epsom Salt may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.