Alka-seltzer Tablet, Effervescent
FDA Label NDC 66715-5206

Do not use if pouch is torn or open.

Alka-Seltzer _®

Buffered aspirin (NSAID)/Pain reliever/fever reducer

ORIGINAL FLAVOR

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2 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Buffered aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
• headache
• muscle pain
• backache
• toothache
• menstrual pain
• colds
• minor pain of arthritis
• temporarily reduces fever

​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 directedStomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which

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 are 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 lasts more than 10 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

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 Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking. Adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours. Adults 60 years and over: take 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.

Other information

• each tablet contains: sodium 568 mg
• store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
• Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor in water contains principally the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate

Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, sodium bicarbonate

Questions? 1-800-986-0369 Dist. By Bayer Healthcare LLC, Whippany, NJ 07981

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Alka-

Seltzer _®

Buffered aspirin (NSAID)/

Pain reliever/fever reducer

ORIGINAL FLAVOR

15 PACKETS OF

2 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS

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