Item No. 0357149
Get fast relief of heartburn, upset stomach, and acid indigestion with headache or body aches. Alka-Seltzer has been around for more than 80 years. Unlike Tums or Mylanta, H-2 blockers such as Pepcid, and PPIs like Prilosec and Nexium, Alka-Seltzer Original contains an analgesic for pain accompanied by heartburn and acid indigestion.
- TRUSTED BRAND: Alka-Seltzer has been a trusted brand for over 80 years.
- MULTI-SYMPTOM RELIEF: Fast relief of heartburn, upset stomach, and acid indigestion with headache or body aches
- FAST ACTING: starts neutralizing acid in seconds!
- EASY TO TAKE FORM: Our flagship form effervescent tablets dissolve in water to bring you fast, fizzy relief. Hear it, see it, and feel it working
- COMPLETE RELIEF: Contains an analgesic for pain accompanied by heartburn and acid indigestion. More complete relief than antacids, such as Tums, Mylanta or Pepto-Bismol and faster than Pepcid AC and the leading prescription.
Over-the-counter acid controllers are now eligible for FSA and HSA reimbursement. For any questions you may have regarding FSAs or HSAs, please browse our FAQ.
| Product Name | Alka Seltzer Antacid/Analgesic Effervescent Tablets, Original - 72 ct |
|---|---|
| Package Count | 72 |
| Container Type | box |
| Form | Tablet |
| Dosage | 2 |
| Dosage UOM | tablet(s) |
| Model | 16500546054 |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
| Best For | Digestive Health |
| Ingredient Preference | Made in the USA |
| Prop 65 | No |
Place two (2) tablets in 4 oz of water. Dissolve tablets completely. You do not have to drink any of the residue that may be on the bottom of the glass. The medicines of alka-seltzer are in the water. Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking. 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.
Active Ingredients: Anhydrous Citric Acid (1000 Mg), Aspirin (325 Mg) (Nsaid), Sodium Bicarbonate (Heat-Treated) (1916 Mg).
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, asthma (wheezing), facial swelling, shock. Stomach bleeding: 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. 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. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout, diabetes, arthritis. Stop use and ask a doctor if: an allergic reaction occurs (seek medical 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, redness or swelling is present, new symptoms occur, ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs. Pregnancy/breast-feeding 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. Other do not use this product if printed safety seal bearing Bayer healthcare under cap is torn or missing.