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Indications: For the temporary relief of these major cold and flu symptoms:
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Directions for Use: ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND OLDER: Dissolve 2 tablets in approximately 4 oz. of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in any 24-hour period or as directed by a doctor. CHILDREN: (under 12 years) consult a doctor.
ALKA-SELTZER PLUS COLD & FLU MEDICINE: Adults and Children 12 years and older: Dissolve two (2) tablets in 4 ounces of hot (not boiling) water. Sip while hot. Repeat every 4 hours, but not to exceed 4 doses per day, or as directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.
You don't have to drink the residue on the sides or the bottom of the glass. All the medicines are in the water.
Warnings: (Children and teenagers should not use this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye' syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with aspirin.)*** Do not take this product for more than 7 days or for fever for more than 3 days unless directed by a doctor. If symptoms, including pain or fever, persist, do not improve or get worse, if new symptoms occur, or if redness or swelling is present, consult a doctor because these could be signs of a serious condition. (If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied by fever, rash, headache, nausea or vomiting, consult a physician promptly.)* As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product. (IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT NOT TO USE ASPIRIN DURING THE LAST 3 MONTHS OF PREGNANCY UNLESS SPECIFICALLY DIRECTED TO DO SO BY A DOCTOR BECAUSE IT MAY CAUSE PROBLEMS IN THE UNBORN CHILD OR COMPLICATIONS DURING DELIVERY.)***
Do not exceed recommended dosage. If nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur, discontinue use and consult a doctor. (May cause excitability, especially in children.)* Do not take this product unless directed by a doctor (if you are allergic to aspirin)*** have a (breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis)*, (asthma)***, glaucoma, difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disease, (bleeding problems or are on a sodium restricted diet.)***
(May cause [marked]* drowsinesss; alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect. Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this product. Do not take this product if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers without first consulting your doctor. Use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.)* [Do not take this product for persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus), unless directed by a doctor. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. If cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache, consult a doctor.**]. (If ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs, consult a doctor before taking any more of this product.)* Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately. (Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.)****
Drug Interaction Precaution: Do not take this product if you are presently taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout, arthritis***, or are presently taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson' disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you are uncertain whether your prescription drug contains an MAOI, consult a health professional before taking this product.
*Does not apply to Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold & Sinus Medicine.
**Applies only to Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold & Cough Medicine, NightTime Cold Medicine and Cold & Flu Medicine.
***Does not apply to Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold & Flu.
****Applies only to Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Flu Medicine.
Alcohol Warning: (Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold & Flu Medicine) If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage.
Alcohol Warning: (Except for Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold & Flu Medicine) If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take aspirin or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Aspirin may cause stomach bleeding.
How Supplied: ALKA-SELTZER PLUS Cold & Cough Medicine, and NightTime Cold Medicine: Carton of 36 tablets in 18 foil twin packs; carton of 20 tablets in 10 foil twin packs; carton of 12 tablets in 6 foil packs.
ALKA-SELTZER PLUS Cold Medicine: Also available in the above sizes, plus carton of 48 in 24 foil twin packs.
ALKA-SELTZER PLUS Cold & Sinus, and Cold & Flu: Carton of 20 tablets in 20 foil twin packs.
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