Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine, Orange 20 ea

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Same Formula

• Nasal Congestion
• Runny Nose
• Headache & Body Ache
• Sore Throat
• Sinus Pressure

Each tablet contains:  Sodium 474mg.

1-800-986-0369

Made in Mexico

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Temporary relieves these symptoms due to a cold:  minor aches and pains; headache; runny nose; nasal and sinus congestion; sneezing; sore throat.  Temporarily reduces fever.

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

Sore throat warning:  If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use to sedate children.

Do not use

• If you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• If you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug.  If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or an of its ingredients 
• In children under 12 years of age

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 
  • Diabetes
  • Thyroid disease
  • Glaucoma
  • Difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
  • A breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
  • A sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• Taking a prescription drug for  
• • Gout
  • Diabetes
  • Arthritis
• Taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

• Do not exceed recommended dosage
• Excitability may occur, especially in children
• You may get drowsy
• Avoid alcoholic drinks
• Alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• Be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

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 or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
• Fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• Redness or swelling is present
• New symptoms occur
• Ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
• Nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs

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.

Adults and children 12 years and over:  Take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours.  Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 12 years:  Do not use.

Other Information:

• Each tablet contains:  Sodium 476 mg
• Phenylketonurics:  Contains phenylalanine 9 mg per tablet
• Store at room temperature.  Avoid excessive heat.