Alka-Seltzer Plus – Maximum Strength Cold & Cough Power Max Gels – 16 Ct

Alka-Seltzer Plus – Maximum Strength Cold & Cough Power Max Gels – 16 Ct

DRUG FACTS:

Inactive Ingredients:

D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, lecithin, medium chain triglycerides, polyethylene Ord, potassium aluminum silicate, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sodium hydroxide, sorbrtol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide   

USES:

• Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:

• Minor aches and pains
• Sinus congestion/pressure
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Headache
• Nasal congestion
• Sore throat
• Sneezing

• Temporarily reduces fever

DIRECTIONS:

• Do not take more than the recommended dose
• Adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 10 capsules in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.
• Children under 12 years: do not use

WARNINGS:

Liver warning:

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

• More than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
• With other drugs containing acetaminophen
• 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Allergy alert:

Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe allergic reactions. Symptoms may include:

• Skin reddening
• Blisters
• Rash
• Hives
• Facial swelling
• Asthma (wheezing)
• Shock

If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

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.

Do not use

• With any other drug containing acetaminophen ((prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
• If you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MA01) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks alter stopping the MA01 drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
• In children under 12 years of age

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• Liver disease
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Thyroid disease
• Diabetes
• Glaucoma
• Cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
• A breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
• Difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
• Persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• Taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
• Taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

• Do not exceed recommended dosage
• May cause marked drowsiness
• Avoid alcoholic drinks
• Alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• Be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
• Excitability may occur, especially in children

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• Pain, cough, or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days
• Fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• Redness or swelling is present
• New symptoms occur
• Cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
• Nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any skins or symptoms.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Store at room temperature.

Avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).

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