Alka-Seltzer Original Effervescent Tablets – 10 Tablets
For fast and effective relief of mild to moderate pain.
What are Alka-Seltzer Original Effervescent Tablets?
Alka-Seltzer Original tablets are a medicine containing aspirin, sodium hydrogen carbonate, and citric acid. They are especially effective when taken before bed and again in the morning.
The tablets are suitable for the relief of general pain such as migraines, period pains, rheumatic, and muscular pain and the symptomatic relief of colds and flu, as well as heartburn and indigestion.
These are great for fast and effective relief from headaches with upset stomachs, particularly after too much to eat or drink.
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How do the active ingredients in Alka-Seltzer tablets work?
Aspirin:
Belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These work to relieve pain and inflammation, and can also reduce a high temperatures.
Sodium hydrogen carbonate and Citric acid:
Work as antacids, providing symptomatic relief against heartburn and indigestion by neutralising acid in the stomach.
Warnings and Precautions
Not suitable for children under 16 years.
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use if:
You are allergic to any of the ingredients this product contains or if you have had a previous reaction
You have a history of allergic reactions induced by pain-relieving or anti-inflammatory medicines
You have severe kidney or liver problems
You have severe heart problems
You have a disorder which causes excessive bleeding such as haemophilia
You have or have had, a stomach or duodenal ulcer
You are on a high dose of methotrexate (15mg per week or more)
Speak to your GP or our pharmacist before use if:
You are taking any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription
You are allergic to any other pain relieving, anti-rheumatic or anti-inflammatory medicines
You suffer from tightness in the chest or asthma
You have low uric acid excretion, which is commonly associated with gout
You have a history of gastrointestinal disorders (regular stomach upsets)
You have a deficiency in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), since you may experience anaemia
You have kidney, liver, heart or blood circulation problems
You are about to have surgery – before your operation, you must tell the doctor or surgeon that you are taking aspirin
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic acid) 324mg per tablet, Sodium hydrogen carbonate 1774mg per tablet, Citric acid 965mg per tablet.
Other ingredients: Povidone, Dimeticone, Calcium silicate, Docusate sodium, Sodium benzoate (E211), Sodium saccharin, natural and artificial Lemon flavour and natural and artificial Lime flavour
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