Alka-seltzer Extra Strength Granule, Effervescent
FDA Label NDC 0280-0211

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

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking

adults and children 12 years and over	2 tablets every 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor	do not exceed 7 tablets in 24 hours
adults 60 years and over	2 tablets every 6 hours, or as directed by a doctor	do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours
children under 12 years	consult a doctor

• each tablet contains: sodium 588 mg
• store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
• Alka-Seltzer Extra Strength in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate

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ANTACID & PAIN RELIEF MEDICINE

FAST

RELIEF

OF:

Acid Indigestion

Upset Stomach

Heartburn with

Headache

Body Aches

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STRENGTH

24 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS

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