Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor
Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor; Generic name: ALKA-SELTZER ORIGINAL FLAVOR; Drug class: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC].
| Brand name | Alka-Seltzer Original Flavor |
|---|---|
| Generic name | ALKA-SELTZER ORIGINAL FLAVOR |
| Drug class | Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Bayer HealthCare LLC. |
| Used for | Uses ● temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ● headache ● muscle pain ● backache ● toothache ● menstrual pain ● colds ● minor pain of arthritis ● temporarily reduces fever |
| Dosage | Directions ● 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 |
| Warnings | Warnings 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 pr |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each tablet) Buffered aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)* |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=07478020-5ba0-3b67-e054-00144ff88e88 |