Drug Facts
Active Ingredients Purpose
(in each tablet)Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg................................................................Antacid
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*......................................................................Analgesic
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg..........................................Antacid
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
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
WarningsReye'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:- Presently taking a prescription drug; Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
- Taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (blood thinning), 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.
Directions- Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking.
Adults and children 12 years and older:
- 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed, or as directed by a doctor
- Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours
Adults 60 years and over:
- 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed, or as directed by a doctor
- Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours
Children under 12 years:
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
