Active ingredientANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BICARBONATE, ASPIRIN
Label structure15 sections
Indications and 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
Dosage and administration
● 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
● if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever
reducer
● if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any
of its ingredients
Warnings
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:
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
Ask a doctor before use if
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● 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
Active ingredients (in each tablet)
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Citric acid
Aspirin (NSAID)*
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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● presently taking a prescription drug.
Antacids mayinteract with certain prescription drugs.
● taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
When using this product
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do not exceed recommended dosage
Stop use and ask a doctor if
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
● 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
Questions or comments?
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
1-800-986-0369 (Mon – Fri 9AM –5PM EST)
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
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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
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.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
● 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
Other information
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
● each tablet contains: sodium 567 mg
● store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
● Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium
citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate
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