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    This document provides the drug facts and usage information for Alka-Seltzer Original tablets. It details the active ingredients, which are an antacid, aspirin, and another antacid. It then covers the uses, warnings, directions, and other details regarding the safe use of this product.

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    Alka Seltzer Original

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    This document provides the drug facts and usage information for Alka-Seltzer Original tablets. It details the active ingredients, which are an antacid, aspirin, and another antacid. It then covers the uses, warnings, directions, and other details regarding the safe use of this product.

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    Alka-Seltzer® Original

    Drug Facts
    Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purpose
    Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg...............................….……Antacid
    Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*…..………………….…………..Analgesic
    Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg.……………...Antacid
    *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
    Uses for the temporary relief of:
    ● heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach when
    accompanied with headache or body aches and pains
    ● upset stomach with headache from overindulgence in
    food or drink
    ● headache, body aches, and pain alone
    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

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

    When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage

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    Alka-Seltzer® Original

    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
    ● symptoms get worse or last more than 10 days
    ● redness or swelling is present
    ● ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
    ● new symptoms occur

    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.
    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 2 tablets every 4 do not exceed 8


    12 years and over hours, or as tablets in 24 hours
    directed by a doctor

    adults 60 years 2 tablets every 4 do not exceed 4


    and over hours, or as tablets in 24 hours
    directed by a doctor

    children under consult a doctor


    12 years
    Other information
    ● each tablet contains: sodium 567 mg
    ● store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
    ● Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium
    citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate
    Inactive ingredients none
    Questions or comments? 1-800-986-0369 (Mon – Fri 9AM –
    5PM EST)

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