Indications and uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: minor aches and pains headache runny nose nasal congestion sneezing sore throat sinus congestion and pressure temporarily reduces fever
ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve Tablets UI1614456
- Manufacturer
- Bayer HealthCare LLC.
- Effective date
- 2026-04-24
- Label type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- Version
- 1
- Source
- daily-update
- Hydrated at
- 2026-06-03 18:04:10
Label at a glance#
ProductALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve
Active ingredientASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE
Label structure9 sections
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Label contents#
Full prescribing information#
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*…..………….……..Pain reliever/fever reducer
Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg.……………..…...…….....Antihistamine
Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg …........…………...Nasal decongestant
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold:
- minor aches and pains
- headache
- runny nose
- nasal congestion
- sneezing
- sore throat
- sinus congestion and pressure
temporarily reduces fever
WARNINGS SECTION
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
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
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
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
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.
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
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 ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
● in children under 12 years of age
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
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
● a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
● a sodium-restricted diet
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for diabets, gout, or arthritis
taking sedatives or tranquilizers
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product
• do not exceed recommended dosage
• may cause drowsiness
• alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect
• avoid alcoholic drinks
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
• excitability may occur, especially in children
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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
• 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 loss of hearing occurs
• nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
It is especially important not to use aspirin at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions
● adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.
● children under 12 years: do not use
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information
●
each tablet contains: potassium 80 mg; sodium 356 mg
● store between 20 oC to 25 oC (68 oF to 77 oF). Avoid excessive heat above 40 oC (104 oF).
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, calcium silicate, dimethicone, flavors, mannitol, potassium bicarbonate, povidone, sodium bicarbonate, sucralose
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions or comments? 1-800-986-0369 (Mon – Fri 8AM – 8PM EST)
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
DailyMed Pharmacologic Classes#
| Class | Version | Type | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASPIRIN Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 3 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20191108 |
| CHLORPHENIRAMINE Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 3 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20180813 |
| PHENYLEPHRINE Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 2 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20180813 |
Product Linked Resources#
| Resource | Code type | Value | Equivalent identifiers | Source image |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcode | EAN-13 | 0016500598886 | GTIN-13: 0016500598886 EAN-13: 0016500598886 GTIN-12: 016500598886 UPC-A: 016500598886 GTIN storage (14 digits): 00016500598886 | Final Artwork ASC Cold Headache Original Flavor 24ct Eff.jpg |
DailyMed Product Concepts#
Products#
Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.
- ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve
- aspirin, chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine bitartrate
- DIMETHICONE
- POTASSIUM BICARBONATE
- SUCRALOSE
- ASPIRIN
- CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE
- CHLORPHENIRAMINE
- PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE
- PHENYLEPHRINE
- ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID
- CALCIUM SILICATE
- MANNITOL
- SODIUM BICARBONATE
- POVIDONE
NDC Codes#
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 0280-8270 | 0280-8270-24, 0280-8270-48, 0280-8270-16 |
Ingredients#
Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.
| Name | UNII | Kind |
|---|---|---|
| DIMETHICONE | 92RU3N3Y1O | IACT |
| POTASSIUM BICARBONATE | HM5Z15LEBN | IACT |
| SUCRALOSE | 96K6UQ3ZD4 | IACT |
| ASPIRIN | R16CO5Y76E | ACTIB |
| CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE | V1Q0O9OJ9Z | ACTIB |
| PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE | 27O3Q5ML57 | ACTIB |
| ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID | XF417D3PSL | IACT |
| CALCIUM SILICATE | S4255P4G5M | IACT |
| MANNITOL | 3OWL53L36A | IACT |
| SODIUM BICARBONATE | 8MDF5V39QO | IACT |
| POVIDONE | FZ989GH94E | IACT |
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| Brand | Generic | Manufacturer | SPL set ID | Effective date | Available safety fields | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve | ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE | Bayer HealthCare LLC. | 50364a42-3333-51fe-e063-6394a90ab71e | 2026-04-24 | Warnings | 0280-8270-24 0280-8270-48 0280-8270-16 0280-8270 00280827016 00280827048 00280827024 50364a42-3334-51fe-e063-6394a90ab71e 50364a42-3333-51fe-e063-6394a90ab71e |
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