Description
Alka Seltzer also offers a pain relief remedy for:
Period Pain
Migraines
Tension Headache
Sinus Headache
Rheumatic and muscular aches and pains
Symptoms of colds and flu, such as feverishness
How to take Alka Seltzer:
Alka-Seltzer tablets must always be dissolved in a glass of water before use
Adults and children aged 16 years and over:
Take two tablets dissolved in water.
Take a further two tablets every 4 hours if necessary.
Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Do not exceed the stated dose
Children under 16
Do not give to children under 16 years of age except on the advice of a doctor
Precaution:
If symptoms persist for more than 3 days, or if you experience any other symptoms not related to the original condition, discontinue treatment immediately and consult your doctor
Prolonged use except under medical supervision may be harmful
If you take more than the recommended dose, please contact your doctor or nearest hospital.
Active Ingredients of Alka Seltzer
Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) 324mg.
Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate 1625mg.
Citric Acid Anhydrous 965mg.
Other ingredients are povidone, dimeticone, calcium silicate, docusate sodium, sodium benzoate (E211), sodium saccharin, natural and artificial lemon flavour, natural and artifical lime flavour.
Sodium Content 445mg per tablet – to be taken into consideration by patients on a controlled sodium diet.
Alka-Seltzer dissolved in water becomes Sodium Acetylsalicylate, Sodium Citrate and Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate.
Do not take Alka-Seltzer if:
You are allergic to aspirin, or any other pain relieving or anti-inflammatory medicines. The allergic reaction may be displayed as asthma, a skin rash or blocked sinuses when you have taken any of these medicines. It may also be displayed as a worsening of these symptoms if you have them before taking these products
You are allergic to any of the other ingredients in this product
You are taking any other aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs e.g. ibuprofen
You have or have ever had, any other gastrointestinal disease
You have a bleeding disorder such as haemophilia
You are on a high dose of methotrexate, 15mg per week. If you are not sure check with your doctor. Methotrexate is used for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease and some types of cancer
You are pregnant or breast feeding, unless advised by your doctor.
Before taking Alka Seltzer, speak to your doctor if:
You suffer from tightness in the chest or asthma.
You have kidney or liver problems or are aware you have low uric acid excretion, which is commonly associated with gout.
You have a history of gastrointestinal disorders (regular stomach upsets).
You are taking medication to prevent blood clotting (e.g. Warafin, Heparin,Ticopidine), to lower blood sugar if you are a diabetic (e.g. insulin,sulphonylureas), to treat gout or reduce water retention.
