Drug Facts
| Active ingredients | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg | Antacid |
| Aspirin 500 mg | Analgesic |
| Sodium bicarbonate (heat treated) 1985 mg | Antacid |
Uses
for the relief of
- heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach when accompanied with headache or body aches and pains
- upset stomach with headache from over-indulgence in food or drink
- headache, body aches, and pain alone
Warnings
Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers should not use this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with aspirin. Allergy Alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Alcohol Warning: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take aspirin or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Aspirin may cause stomach bleeding.
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- asthma
- ulcers
- bleeding problems
- stomach problems that last or come back frequently, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or pain
- 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 (blood thinning), 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
- symptoms get worse or last more than 10 days
- redness or swelling is present
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- new symptoms occur
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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking
| Adults and children 12 years and older | 2 tablets every 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor | do not exceed 7 tablets in 24 hours |
| Adults 60 years and older | 2 tablets every 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor | do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours |
| Childer under 12 years | consult a doctor | |
Other Information
- each tablet contains: sodium 588 mg
- store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
- Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate.
Inactive Ingredients
flavor
Questions or Comments?
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