Alka-Seltzer
- Generic Name: calcium carbonate
- Brand Name: Alka-Seltzer
- Drug Class: Antacids
Patient Information
No information provided. Please refer to the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS section.
Description
| 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 | |
Indications
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
- headache, body aches, and pain alone
Dosage And Administration
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 |
How Supplied
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)
Dist. by: Bayer HealthCare LLC, Whippany, NJ 07981. Revised: Aug 2018
Side Effects
Allergy alert
Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Drug Interactions
No Information provided
Warnings
Reye’s Syndrome
(Alka-Seltzer)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 Waarning
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
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.
Precautions
See section on WARNINGS
Overdose
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Contraindications
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Clinical Pharmacology
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