Leader Effervescent Antacid & Pain Relief

Purpose

Anhydrous citric acid 1000mg...................Antacid

Aspirin 325mg...........................................Pain reliever

Sodium bicarbonate 1916mg....................Antacid

Active Ingredients

(in each effervescent tablet)

Anhydrous citric acid 1000mg

Aspirin 325mg (NSAID)*

Sodium bicarbonate 1916mg

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Uses

for the temporary relief of ■ heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach when accompanied by headache or body aches and pains

■ upset stomach with headache from overindulgence in food or drink ■ pain alone (headaches or body aches and pains)

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 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

Do not use

■ 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.

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 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 anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis

When using this product

do not take more than 8 tablets (adults) or 4 tablets (60 years and over) in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage for more than 10 days

Stop use and ask a doctor if

■ 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

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 SECTION

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose,

get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. 1-800-222-1222

Directions

■ do not exceed recommended dosage

■ to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before taking

adults and children 12 years and over (up to 60 years of age): 2 tablets every 4 hours or as directed by a doctor

do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours

60 years and over: 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 524 mg

■ store at room temperature (59º-86ºF)

Inactive ingredients

■ none