Active ingredients
(in each effervescent tablet)
Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg
Aspirin 500 mg (NSAID)*
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1985 mg
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
(in each effervescent tablet)
Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg..............................................................Antacid
Aspirin 500 mg (NSAID)*......................................................................Pain reliever
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1985 mg........................................Antacid
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of
■ heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach when accompanied by headache or body aches and pains
■ upset stomach with headache from overindulgence in food or drink
■ headache, body aches and pain alone
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 (anti-coagulant) 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
Do not use
■ if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
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
■ you have a sodium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
■ presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
■ taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis
When using this product
When using this product do not take more than 8 tablets (adults) or 4 tablets (60 years and over) in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ 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
■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
■ pain lasts for more than 10 days or gets worse
■ new symptoms occur
■ redness or swelling is present
■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
If 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.
Directions
■ do not exceed recommended dosage
■ to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before taking
adults and children 12 years and over (up to 60 years of age): 2 tablets every 4 hours - do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours
60 years and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours - do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours
Children under 12 years: consult a doctor
