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Alka-Seltzer ®
Anhydrous citric acid / Antacid
Aspirin ( NSAID) / Analgesic
Sodium bicarbonate / Antacid
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ORIGINAL Fast Relief
Do not use if pouch is torn or open
2 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS
Uses
for the temporary relief of:
• heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach when accompanied with 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
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
Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may
include:
• hives
• facial swelling
• asthma (wheezing)
• shock
Stomach bleeding warning
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
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 diabetes, gout, or arthritis
Stop 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
• symptoms get worse or last more than 10 days
• redness or swelling is present
• ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
• new symptoms occur
Directions
Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking.
Adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 hours,or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours. Adults 60 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 hours,or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours. Children under 12 years: consult a doctor.
Other information
Each tablet contains: sodium 567 mg. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat. Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate.
