Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Buffered aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Pain reliever/fever reducer *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
Uses
● temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
● headache ● muscle pain ● backache
● toothache ● menstrual pain ● colds
● minor pain of arthritis
● temporarily reduces fever
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:
· 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
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
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
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 have asthma
● you have a sodium-restricted diet
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for
● diabetes ● gout ● arthritis
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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
● pain gets worse or last more than 10 days
● fever gets worse or last more than 3 days
● redness or swelling is present
● new symptoms occur
● ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
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 at 20 weeks or later in 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.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions
● fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking
| adults and children 12 years and over | 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor | do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours |
| adults 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 SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information
● each tablet contains: sodium 568 mg
● store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
● Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor in water contains principally the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive Ingredients anhydrous citric acid, sodium bicarbonate
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions or comments?1-800-986-0369 (Mon – Fri 9AM – 5PM EST)
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Alka-Seltzer
Buffered Aspirin (NSAID) / Pain reliever / fever reducer Fast Relief of: Headache Backache Body Aches Muscle Pain ORIGINAL FLAVOR
24 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS
(12 - 2 count pouches)