Walgreens Effervescent Cold Relief Plus

(in each effervescent tablet)

Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*

Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg

Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*..........................Pain reliever/fever reducer

Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg.............Antihistamine

Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg..............Nasal decongestant

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

■ temporarily relieves these symptoms of the common cold:

■ sneezing ■ nasal congestion ■ sore throat

■ headache ■ minor aches and pains ■ runny nose

■ sinus congestion and pressure

■ temporarily reduces fever

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

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.

Do not use to sedate children

Do not use ■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ if you are allergic to aspirin ■ 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.

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

Ask a doctor before use if you have ■ asthma ■ glaucoma ■ diabetes ■ thyroid disease ■ trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland ■ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ■ been placed on a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ■ taking sedatives or tranquilizers ■ presently taking a prescription drug ■ taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis

When using this product ■ do not exceed recommended dosage

■ you may get drowsy

■ avoid alcoholic drinks

■ excitability may occur, especially in children

■ alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

■ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

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 or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days

■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

■ new symptoms occur

■ redness or swelling is present

■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs

■ nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs

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.

■ do not use more than directed (see overdose warning)

■ adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours

■ do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours

■ children under 12 years: ask a doctor

■ each tablet contains: sodium 464 mg

■ phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 9 mg per tablet

■ store at room temperature (59°-86°F)

acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, aspartame, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate

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