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Alka-Seltzer Extra Strength
Treats headache, minor pain, body aches, and drowsiness or tiredness., Treats heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach with headache, minor pain, or body aches. Also treats the symptoms of a hangover caused by drinking alcohol.
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Box 24 Tablets Effervescent
Alka-Seltzer Extra Strength
12 tablets effervescent box
Alka-Seltzer Extra Strength
24 tablets effervescent box
If you are using the effervescent tablet form of this medicine, dissolve the tablets fully in 4 ounces of water. Drink all of this mixture right away.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
If you are using the effervescent tablet form of this medicine, dissolve the tablets fully in 4 ounces of water. Drink all of this mixture right away.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Drink a full glass of water with each dose of this medicine.
If you are using the effervescent tablet form of this medicine, dissolve the tablets fully in 4 ounces of water. Drink all of this mixture right away.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
If you are using the effervescent tablet form of this medicine, dissolve the tablets fully in 4 ounces of water. Drink all of this mixture right away.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Drink a full glass of water with each dose of this medicine.
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
If this medicine has a strong vinegar smell, throw it away and do not use it.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin, citric acid, or sodium bicarbonate. You should not use this medicine during the last 3 months of pregnancy. This medicine should not be given to children or teenagers with fever, chickenpox, or symptoms of the flu or viral infection. Aspirin can cause a serious disease called Reye's syndrome in children or teenagers. You should not use this medicine if you have an active stomach ulcer or any kind of bleeding problem.
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin, caffeine, or any other ingredients listed on the package label. You should not use this medicine during the last 3 months of pregnancy. Do not give this medicine to children younger than 12 years old, unless a doctor tells you to. This medicine should not be given to children or teenagers with fever, chickenpox, or symptoms of the flu or viral infection. Aspirin can cause a serious disease called Reye's syndrome in children or teenagers. You should not use this medicine if you are on a low-salt diet, unless your doctor tells you to. You should not use this medicine if you have an active stomach ulcer or any kind of bleeding problem.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have arthritis, asthma, diabetes, gout, or a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia. Make sure your doctor knows if you have a stomach disorder such as an ulcer, heartburn that last or come back frequently, or GERD (reflux disease).
Tell your doctor if your symptoms get worse or last longer than 10 days.
Bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Fever, chills, lightheadedness, fainting.
Dark urine, yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
Pain that lasts longer than 10 days.
Pale skin, unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Redness or swelling.
Severe stomach pain.
Ringing in your ears that will not stop.
Worsening pain or new symptoms.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have asthma, gout, arthritis, or diabetes. Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, bleeding problems such as hemophilia, frequent upset stomach, or a stomach disorder such as an ulcer, heartburn, or GERD (reflux disease).
Some forms of this medicine may contain sodium and phenylalanine. Read the label before using this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are on a salt-restricted diet, or if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
Tell your doctor if you have had a fever for more than 3 days, a sore throat for more than 2 days, or pain for more than 10 days. If you are using this medicine to treat a hangover, do not use for longer than 2 days.
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows if you have taken this medicine recently. This medicine may cause problems during surgery or procedures.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Redness or swelling.
Severe stomach pain.
Ringing in your ears that will not stop, problems with hearing.
Aspirin can cause stomach bleeding. Drinking alcohol can make this worse. If you have 3 or more drinks of alcohol every day, ask your doctor if you should use this medicine. One drink of alcohol is the same as 4 ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, or 1 ounce of hard liquor (gin, whiskey, and others).
Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any medicine to treat diabetes or gout. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin®), or if you have recently received medicine to treat a blood clot such as urokinase (Abbokinase®), streptokinase (Streptase®), or alteplase (Activase®).
Avoid using other pain or arthritis medicine such as ibuprofen (Advil®, Motrin®), naproxen (Aleve®), ketoprofen (Oruvail®), indomethacin (Indocin®), Celebrex®, Daypro®, or Relafen® while you are using this medicine.
Avoid foods, drinks, or other medicines that contain caffeine or stimulants, including diet pills. If you take them together with this medicine, you may get too much caffeine and have unwanted side effects.
Make sure that none of the other medicines you are using also contain aspirin.
There are many other medicines that should not be taken together with an antacid, such as sodium bicarbonate. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are using.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin®).
Aspirin can cause stomach bleeding. Drinking alcohol can make this worse. If you have 3 or more drinks of alcohol every day, ask your doctor if you should use this medicine. One drink of alcohol is the same as 4 ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, or 1 ounce of hard liquor (gin, whiskey, and others).
Make sure that none of the other medicines you are using also contain aspirin.
Serious Side Effects
Severe stomach pain.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Ringing in your ears that will not stop, problems with hearing.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloody or black, tarry stools.
Bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Pain that lasts longer than 10 days, worsening pain, lasting tiredness or drowsiness, or new symptoms.
Redness or swelling.
Dark urine, yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
Redness or swelling.
Worsening pain or new symptoms.
Fever, chills, lightheadedness, fainting.
Pale skin, unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloody or black, tarry stools.
Bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Ringing in your ears that will not stop.
Pain that lasts longer than 10 days.
Severe stomach pain.
Less Serious Side Effects
Trouble sleeping.
Slight ringing in your ears, problems with hearing.
Mild stomach pain, nausea, heartburn.
Feeling restless, jittery, or irritated.
Mild stomach pain, nausea, or heartburn.
Slight ringing in your ears.
Trouble sleeping.
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