Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Alka-Seltzer Original
- Alka-Seltzer Original
Overview
Uses Uses ● temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ● headache ● muscle pain ● backache ● toothache ● menstrual pain ● colds ● minor pain of arthritis ● temporarily reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses Uses ● temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ● headache ● muscle pain ● backache ● toothache ● menstrual pain ● colds ● minor pain of arthritis ● temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions Directions ● 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
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings 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 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 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 ● you have a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you ar e taking a prescription drug for ● diabetes ● gout ● arthritis 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 gets worse or last more than 10 days ● fever gets worse or last more than 3 days ● redness or swelling is present ● new symptoms occur ● ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs 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. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/fever reducer *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Do Not Use
Do not use ● 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
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
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 gets worse or last more than 10 days ● fever gets worse or last more than 3 days ● redness or swelling is present ● new symptoms occur ● ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Questions
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