FDA Label for Alka Seltzer Plus Cold Day And Night Effervescent

Active Ingredients (In Each Tablet)

Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*

Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg

Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Cough suppressant

Nasal decongestant

Uses

• temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold:

• minor aches and pains • headache • runny nose

• sinus congestion and pressure • cough • sneezing • sore throat

• nasal congestion • 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 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.

Do Not Use

● 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 ● thyroid disease ● diabetes

● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)

● a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis 

● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma,  or emphysema

● a sodium-restricted diet

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are

● taking a prescription drug for

● gout ● diabetes ● arthritis

● taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When Using This Product

● do not exceed recommended dosage

● may cause marked drowsiness 

● avoid alcoholic drinks

● alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

● be careful when driving a motor vehicle or 

● 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 at bedtime (may be taken every 4 to 6 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: sodium 476 mg
● Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine 5.6 mg Per Tablet

● store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.

Inactive Ingredients

acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, aspartame, calcium silicate, dimethicone, docusate sodium, flavors (natural & artificial), mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate

Questions?

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