Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Tablets - Lemon Flavour

Description

 

Alka-Seltzer can be used for the:

  • Treatment of mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, backache (including lumbago), nerve pain (neuralgia and sciatica), period pain, toothache and sore throat.
  • Symptomatic relief of colds and influenza.
  • Relief of rheumatic pain (arthritis), muscle tenderness and stiffness (including fibrositis), muscular aches and pains, the pain of joint swelling and stiffness, strains and sprains.
  • Effective reduction of high temperature.


How To Use 

  • Follow the directions below closely. You should ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure how to use this medicine.
  • The tablets should preferably be taken after eating.
  • Make sure you follow the dosage instructions and do not take more than the stated dose.
  • Do not take Alka-Seltzer for more than 3 days in a row. If symptoms persist, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
  • Alka-Seltzer tablets must always be dissolved in water before use.
  • Dose:
Adults and children over 16 years: Two tablets dissolved in half a glass (100ml) of water may be taken every 4 hours as required. You should not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Children under 16 years: Aspirin-containing medicinal products should not be administered to children under 16 years of age unless specifically indicated by a healthcare professional.


Warnings

  • Please read the enclosed package leaflet carefully before use.
  • If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
  • Do not exceed the stated dose.
  • Aspirin-containing medicinal products should not be administered to subjects under 16 years of age unless specifically indicated by a healthcare professional.

 

Active Ingredient

  • Each effervescent tablet contains the active substances aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) (324mg per tablet), sodium hydrogen carbonate (1744mg per tablet) and citric acid (965mg per tablet). 

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