Alka-Seltzer ® Original - DailyMed

ALKA-SELTZER ORIGINAL- anhydrous citric acid, aspirin, and sodium bicarbonate tablet, effervescent  Bayer HealthCare LLC.

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Alka-Seltzer ® Original

Drug Facts

Active ingredients (in each tablet)Purpose
* nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Anhydrous citric acid 1000 mgAntacid
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID) *Analgesic
Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mgAntacid
Uses

for the temporary relief of:

  • heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach when accompanied with headache or body aches and pains
  • upset stomach with headache from overindulgence in food or drink
  • headache, body aches, and pain alone
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 product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

  • are age 60 or older
  • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
  • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
  • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
  • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
  • take more or for a longer time than directed

Do not use

  • if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if

  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
  • you are taking a diuretic
  • you have asthma
  • you have a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
  • taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
    • feel faint
    • vomit blood
    • have bloody or black stools
    • have stomach pain that does not get better
  • symptoms get worse or last more than 10 days
  • redness or swelling is present
  • ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
  • new symptoms occur

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.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Directions

● fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 ounces of water before taking

adults and children 12 years and over2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctordo not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours
adults 60 years and over2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctordo not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours
children under 12 yearsconsult a doctor
Other information
  • each tablet contains: sodium 567 mg
  • store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
  • Alka-Seltzer in water contains principally the antacid sodium citrate and the analgesic sodium acetylsalicylate
Inactive ingredients

none

Questions or comments?

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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 24 Tablet Carton

Alka- Seltzer ®

Anhydrous citric acid / Antacid Aspirin ( NSAID) / Analgesic Sodium bicarbonate / Antacid

Fast Relief of: Heartburn Upset Stomach Acid Indigestion with Headache Body Aches

ORIGINAL

24 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS

original

ALKA-SELTZER ORIGINAL  anhydrous citric acid, aspirin, and sodium bicarbonate tablet, effervescent
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0280-4000
Route of AdministrationORAL
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (UNII: XF417D3PSL) (ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID - UNII:XF417D3PSL) ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID1000 mg
ASPIRIN (UNII: R16CO5Y76E) (ASPIRIN - UNII:R16CO5Y76E) ASPIRIN325 mg
SODIUM BICARBONATE (UNII: 8MDF5V39QO) (BICARBONATE ION - UNII:HN1ZRA3Q20) SODIUM BICARBONATE1916 mg
Product Characteristics
ColorwhiteScoreno score
ShapeROUNDSize25mm
FlavorImprint Code ALKA;SELTZER
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:0280-4000-016 in 1 CARTON10/10/2012
12 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
2NDC:0280-4000-0224 in 1 CARTON10/10/2012
22 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
3NDC:0280-4000-0318 in 1 CARTON10/10/2012
32 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
4NDC:0280-4000-0726 in 1 CARTON10/10/2012
42 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
5NDC:0280-4000-0458 in 1 CARTON10/10/2012
52 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
6NDC:0280-4000-0536 in 1 CARTON10/10/2012
62 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
7NDC:0280-4000-0612 in 1 CARTON03/24/2022
72 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC Monograph DrugM01303/02/2010
Labeler - Bayer HealthCare LLC. (112117283)

Revised: 12/2025 Document Id: 4526b5f2-3b6b-b295-e063-6294a90ae6c1 34390-5 Set id: 5be36a7f-7d1f-468d-9c29-92c8cd3ef1bc Version: 11 Effective Time: 20251204  Bayer HealthCare LLC.

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