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- Alka-Seltzer® Original 36-Count Antacid Tablets
Details
- Each tablet contains: sodium 567 mg
- Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate
- Anhydrous citric acid/antacid
- Aspirin (NSAID)/analgesic
- Sodium bicarbonate/antacid
- Fast relief of: heartburn, upset stomach, acid indigestion with headache, body aches
- Place two (2) tablets in 4 oz. of water
- Dissolve tablets completely
- Take Alka-Seltzer any time - morning, noon or night - when you need relief from heartburn, upset stomach, acid indigestion with headache or body aches
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Manufacturer
Bayer Consumer Care
PO Box 1910 Morristown, NJ 07962-1910
Indications
Antacid. Analgesic, (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug). Antacid. 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.
Directions
Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking. Adults and children 12 years and over, 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours. Adults 60 years and over, 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.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Anhydrous Citric Acid (1000 mg). Aspirin (325 mg) (NSAID). Sodium Bicarbonate (Heat-Treated) (1916 mg). Inactive Ingredients: None.
Warnings
Reye's syndrome warning: 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: 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. Other warnings: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use: if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer. 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. When using this product: do not exceed recommended dosage. 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. Pregnancy/breast-feeding warning: 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. Keep out of reach of children.
