Overview
- Active ingredient
- Anhydrous Citric Acid, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate
- Established class
- Calculi Dissolution Agent; Anti-coagulant; Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor
- Mechanism class
- Acidifying Activity; Calcium Chelating Activity; Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
- Physiologic effect
- Decreased Coagulation Factor Activity; Decreased Prostaglandin Production; Decreased Platelet Aggregation
- Chemical structure
- Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
- Route
- Oral
- Label date
- 2024-12-13
Indications and usage
Uses For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains with heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion and upset stomach associated with these symptoms for temporary relief of headaches, body aches, backache and pain alone
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purpose Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg Antacid Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug Analgesic Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg Antacid
Dosage and administration
Directions Directions
- Completely dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water and be sure bubbling has stopped before drinking
- Do not exceed recommended dose. SEE WARNINGS 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
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 STOMACH WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT TAKE UNTIL TABLET IS COMPLETELY DISSOLVED. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO TAKE THIS PRODUCT WHEN OVERLY FULL FROM FOOD OR DRINK. Consult a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product. Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to 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 take more than the maximum daily dosage in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician. 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 ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs pain get worse or last more than 10 days redness or swelling is present any new symptoms appear 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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to 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
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
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
this product do not take more than the maximum daily dosage in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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 ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs pain get worse or last more than 10 days redness or swelling is present any new symptoms appear
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
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.
Active ingredient (label)
s (in each tablet) Purpose Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mg Antacid Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug Analgesic Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg Antacid
Inactive ingredients
s none
Storage and handling
Other information each tablet contains: sodium 568 mg store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat. Alka-Seltzer Heartburn + Pain in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate
Keep out of reach of children
of children. In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.