Alka-Seltzer, Buffered Aspirin (NSAID) Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Original, 325 mg , 58 Pouches, 2 Count Each

Suggested use

Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking.

adults and children 12 years and over2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctordo not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hoursadults 60 years and over2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctordo not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years consult a doctor

Fully dissolve two (2) tablets in 4 oz of water before taking. You do not have to drink any of the residue that may be on the bottom of the glass. The medicine of Alka-Seltzer® is in the water.

Take Alka-Seltzer® any time - morning, noon, or night - when you need relief from headache, backache, body aches or muscle pain.

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 taking a prescription drug for

diabetes

gout

arthritis

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 lasts more than 10 days

fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

redness or swelling is present

new symptoms occur

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 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.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.

Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor in water contains principally the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate.