Equate Extra Strength Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief
Equate Extra Strength Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief by
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Equate Extra Strength Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief by is a Otc medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Walmart Inc.. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.
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EQUATE EXTRA STRENGTH EFFERVESCENT ANTACID AND PAIN RELIEF- aspirin, citric acid, sodium bicarbonate tablet, effervescent
Walmart Inc.
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Equate Extra Strength Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief
Active ingredients
(in each effervescent tablet)
Anhydrous citric acid 1000mg
Aspirin 500 mg (NSAID)*
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1985 mg
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Anhydrous citric acid 1000mg……………………………………...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 (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 have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
■ if you are allergic to aspirin
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 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
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| Labeler - Walmart Inc. (051957769) |
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