NDC 70262-304 Alka-seltzer Original

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Drug Facts

Dist. by: Bayer HealthCare LLCWhippany, NJ 07981

Otc - Purpose

Active ingredients (in each tablet)PurposeAnhydrous citric acid 1000 mgAntacidAspirin 325 mg (NSAID)nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugAnalgesicSodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mgAntacid

Uses

• For the temporary relief of:heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach when accompanied with headache or body aches and painsupset stomach with headache from overindulgence in food or drinkheadache, 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:hivesfacial swellingasthma (wheezing)shock

Stomach Bleeding Warning

• This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if youare age 60 or olderhave had stomach ulcers or bleeding problemstake a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drugtake other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this producttake more or for a longer time than directed

Do Not Use

• If you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducerif 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 youyou have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburnyou have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney diseaseyou are taking a diureticyou have asthmayou have a sodium-restricted diet

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are

• Presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis

Otc - When Using

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage

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 faintvomit bloodhave bloody or black stoolshave stomach pain that does not get bettersymptoms get worse or last more than 10 daysredness or swelling is presentringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occursnew symptoms occur

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, 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.

Otc - 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.

Directions

Directions● fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before takingadults and children 12 years and over2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctordo not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hoursadults 60 years and over2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctordo not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hourschildren under 12 yearsconsult a doctor

Other Information

• Each tablet contains: sodium 567 mgstore at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate

Inactive Ingredients

None