Alka-Seltzer Plus Multi-Symptom Cold and Cough Aspirin, Phenylephrine Bitartrate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Chlorpheniramine Maleate CALCIUM SILICATE DIMETHICONE DOCUSATE SODIUM FD&C RED NO. 40 MANNITOL POVIDONE SODIUM BENZOATE SODIUM BICARBONATE ASPIRIN ASPIRIN CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE CHLORPHENIRAMINE DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE DEXTROMETHORPHAN PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE PHENYLEPHRINE ACESULFAME POTASSIUM ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID ASP;C;C
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Carton 20 count
- Carton 20 count
Overview
Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold with cough: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · runny nose · nasal and sinus congestion · sneezing · sore throat · temporarily reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold with cough: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · runny nose · nasal and sinus congestion · sneezing · sore throat · temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
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
Warnings & Precautions
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 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.
Purpose
Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Cough suppressant Nasal decongestant
Do Not Use
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
When Using
When using this product ● do not exceed recommended dosage · may cause marked drowsiness ● 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 & 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, cough, 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 a loss of hearing occurs · cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. · nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness 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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