Alka Seltzer Cold Cold And Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve Tablet, Effervescent
FDA Label NDC 0280-8270

Drug Facts

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.

Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes

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 due to a cold:

• minor aches and pains
• headache
• runny nose
• nasal congestion
• sneezing
• sore throat
• 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

● 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

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

● diabetes

● thyroid disease

● glaucoma

● a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis

● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

● a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for diabets, gout, or arthritis

taking sedatives or tranquilizers

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 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 loss of hearing occurs
• nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs

When using this product
• do not exceed recommended dosage
• may cause drowsiness
• alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect
• avoid alcoholic drinks
• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
• excitability may occur, especially in children

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.

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

Other information
● each tablet contains: potassium 80 mg; sodium 356 mg

● store between 20 ^oC to 25 ^oC (68 ^oF to 77 ^oF). Avoid excessive heat above 40 ^oC (104 ^o​F).

Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, calcium silicate, dimethicone, flavors, mannitol, potassium bicarbonate, povidone, sodium bicarbonate, sucralose

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