Label: ALKA SELTZER PLUS COLD- aspirin, chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine bitartrate tablet, effervescent
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Contains inactivated NDC Code(s)
NDC Code(s): 73097-002-02, 73097-002-40, 73097-002-48 - Packager: Savings Distributors LLC
- This is a repackaged label.
- Source NDC Code(s): 0280-1520
- Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- DEA Schedule: None
- Marketing Status: OTC monograph final
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Updated July 9, 2019
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Warnings
Reye's syndrome:Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
Allergy alert
Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: • hives • facial swelling • asthma (wheezing) • shock
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
• are age 60 or older
• have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
• have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
• take more or for a longer time than directed
Sore throat warning:If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.Do not use to sedate children.
Do not use
• if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.• if you have had a allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
• in children under 12 years of age
Ask a doctor before use if
• stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease• you are taking a diuretic
• you have:• asthma • diabetes • thyroid disease • glaucoma •difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • a sodium-restricted dietAsk a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
• taking a prescription drug for
•gout • diabetes • arthritis
• taking sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
• do not exceed recommended dosage
• excitability may occur, especially in children
• you may get drowsy• avoid alcoholic drinks
• alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machineryStop use and ask a doctor if
• an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
• feel faint • vomit blood • have bloody or black stools
• have stomach pain that does not get better
• pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present
• new symptoms occur
• ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
• nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occursIf pregnant or breast-feeding,
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
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INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
ALKA SELTZER PLUS COLD
aspirin, chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine bitartrate tablet, effervescentProduct Information Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:73097-002(NDC:0280-1520) Route of Administration ORAL Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength ASPIRIN (UNII: R16CO5Y76E) (ASPIRIN - UNII:R16CO5Y76E) ASPIRIN 325 mg CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE (UNII: V1Q0O9OJ9Z) (CHLORPHENIRAMINE - UNII:3U6IO1965U) CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 2 mg PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE (UNII: 27O3Q5ML57) (PHENYLEPHRINE - UNII:1WS297W6MV) PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE 7.8 mg Inactive Ingredients Ingredient Name Strength ACESULFAME POTASSIUM (UNII: 23OV73Q5G9) ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL) ASPARTAME (UNII: Z0H242BBR1) CALCIUM SILICATE (UNII: S4255P4G5M) DIMETHICONE (UNII: 92RU3N3Y1O) DOCUSATE SODIUM (UNII: F05Q2T2JA0) MANNITOL (UNII: 3OWL53L36A) POVIDONE (UNII: FZ989GH94E) SODIUM BENZOATE (UNII: OJ245FE5EU) SODIUM BICARBONATE (UNII: 8MDF5V39QO) Product Characteristics Color white Score no score Shape ROUND Size 25mm Flavor Imprint Code ALKA;SELTZER Contains Packaging # Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date 1 NDC:73097-002-02 1 in 1 CARTON 07/01/2019 1 2 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product 2 NDC:73097-002-40 20 in 1 CARTON 07/01/2019 2 2 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product 3 NDC:73097-002-48 24 in 1 CARTON 07/01/2019 3 2 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product Marketing Information Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date OTC monograph final part341 07/01/2019 Labeler - Savings Distributors LLC (010527359)