Medique Medi Seltzer
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Aspirin (NSAID*) 325 mg
Citric Acid 1000 mg
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg
*nonsteriodal anti-inflammatory drug
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Purpose
Pain reliever /fever reducer
Antacid
Antacid
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
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 SECTION
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:
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/ fever reducer
- if you are taking a prescription drug for gout, diabetes or arthritis
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
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 are on a sodium restricted diet
- you reached age 60 or older
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking any other drugs (prescription or non-prescription). Antacids may interact with certain drugs.
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage.
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: you feel faintvomit bloodhave bloody or black stoolshave 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
- you have difficulty swallowing
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin (*NSAIDS) at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless specifically 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.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions
Adults and children 12 to 60 years of age: 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or do not use the maximum dosage for more than 10 days.
Children under 12 years of age: Do not give to children under 12 years of age.
60 years and older: Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours or do not use the maximum dosage for more than 10 days.
- do not exceed recommended dosage
- to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before taking
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information
- each tablet contains: Sodium 524 mg
- store at room temperature 59º-86º F (15º-30º C)
- read all product information before using
- avoid excessive heat and humidity
- tamper evident sealed packets
- do not use any opened or torn packets
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
none
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions or comments? 1-800-634-7680
Medique Medi-Seltzer Label
Medique®
Medi-Seltzer
Effervescent Antacid/Pain Reliever
Pull to Open
This Package is for Households without Young Children.
Aches, Fever ● Aspirin (NSAID) 325 mg
Antacid ● Citric Acid 1000 mg Sodium Bicarbonate 1916 mg
72 Tablets
(36 x 2)
Tamper Evident Unit Dose Packets