Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Orange Zest Dailymed
Generic: aspirin, chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine bitartrate is used for the treatment of Arthritis, Rheumatoid Blood Coagulation Disorders Blood Platelet Disorders Cerebral Infarction Ischemic Attack, Transient Chickenpox Child, Preschool Fever Gout Hematemesis Hemorrhagic Disorders Infant Inflammation Melena Myocardial Infarction Nasal Polyps Osteoarthritis Pain Pre-Eclampsia Pregnancy Trimester, Third Rheumatic Fever Urinary Bladder Neck Obstruction Duodenal Obstruction Infant, Newborn Infant, Premature Peptic Ulcer Prostatic Hyperplasia Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial Status Asthmaticus Urticaria Glaucoma, Angle-Closure Fissure in Ano Glaucoma, Open-Angle Hemorrhoids Hypertension Hypotension Pruritus Ani Rhinitis, Vasomotor Shock, Septic Tachycardia, Supraventricular Mydriasis Tachycardia, Ventricular
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Drug Facts
Otc - Active Ingredient Section
Active ingredients (in each tablet)
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*
Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg
Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Otc - Purpose Section
Purposes
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Antihistamine
Nasal decongestant
Indications & Usage Section
Uses
ยท temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold:
ยท minor aches and pains ยท headache ยท runny nose
ยท nasal and sinus congestion ยท sneezing ยท sore throat
ยท temporarily reduces fever
Warnings Section
Warnings
Reyeโs 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 Reyeโs syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
โ hives โ facial swelling โ asthma (wheezing) โ shock
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
โ are age 60 or older
โ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
โ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
โ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs
(aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
โ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
โ 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.
Otc - Do Not Use Section
Do not use
โ if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
โ 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.
โ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of
its ingredients
โ in children under 12 years of age
Otc - Ask Doctor Section
Ask a doctor before use if
โ stomach bleeding warning applies to you
โ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
โ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis,
or kidney disease
โ you are taking a diuretic
โ you have
โ asthma โ diabetes
โ thyroid disease โ glaucoma
โ difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
โ a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
โ a sodium-restricted diet
Otc - Ask Doctor/pharmacist Section
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
ยท taking a prescription drug for
ยท gout ยท diabetes ยท arthritis
ยท taking sedatives or tranquilizers
Otc - When Using Section
When using this product
โ do not exceed recommended dosage
โ excitability may occur, especially in children
โ you may get drowsy
โ avoid alcoholic drinks
โ alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
โ be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Otc - Stop Use Section
Stop use and ask a doctor if
โ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
โ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
โ feel faint โ vomit blood โ have bloody or black stools
โ have stomach pain that does not get better
โ pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
โ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
โ redness or swelling is present
โ new symptoms occur
โ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
โ nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding Section
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.
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children Section
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Dosage & Administration Section
Directions
โ 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.
โ children under 12 years: do not use
Other Safety Information
Other information โ each tablet contains: sodium 476 mg โ Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine 9 mg Per Tablet
โ store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
Inactive Ingredient Section
Inactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, aspartame, calcium silicate, dimethicone, docusate sodium, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate
Otc - Questions Section
Questions or comments? 1-800-986-0369 (Mon โ Fri 9AM โ 5PM EST)
Package Label.principal Display Panel
ALka-
Seltzerยฎ
PLUS
Cold
ORANGE ZEST
ASPIRIN (NSAID)/Pain Reliever-Fever Reducer
Chlorpheniramine Maleate/Antihistamine
Phenylephrine Bitartrate/Nasal Decongestant
- Nasal Congestion
- Runny Nose
- Sore Throat
- Headache & Body Ache
- Sinus Pressure
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