Active Ingredients
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*
Citric acid 1000 mg
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Walmart for the product Equate Effervescent Antacid And Pain Relief (NDC 49035-421). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.
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Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*
Citric acid 1000 mg
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pain reliever
Citric acid 1000 mg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . Antacid
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg . . . . . . Antacid
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
■ heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach when accompanied by headache or body aches and pains
■ pain alone (headaches or body aches and pains)
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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
■ if you are allergic to aspirin ■ if overly full from food or drink ■ ask a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product
■ 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
■ presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs
■ taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis
■ do not take more than 8 tablets (adult) or 4 tablets (60 years and over) in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage for more than 10 days
■ 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
■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
■ pain lasts for more than 10 days or gets worse ■ new symptoms occur
■ redness or swelling is present ■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
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.
get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not exceed recommended dosage. To avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4oz. of water before taking.
■ adults and children 12 years and over (up to 60 years of age): 2 tablets every 4 hours - do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hrs
■ 60 years and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours - do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hrs
Take this product any time - morning, noon or night - when you need relief from heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach with headache or body aches and pains.
Place two (2) tablets in 4 oz. of water. Dissolve tablets completely. You do not have to drink any of the residue that may be on the bottom of the glass. The medicienes are in the water.
■ each tablet contains: sodium 524 mg
■ store at room temperature 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Important: Read the directions and warnings before use.
Keep the carton, it contains important information.
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