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When you need daytime and nighttime relief from your cold and flu symptoms - so you can tackle the next day - turn to Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Day & Night Cold & Flu PowerMax Gels for concentrated power in a 25% smaller pill*. In one convenient package you get daytime & nighttime cold and flu symptom relief from: Nasal Congestion, Cough, Headache & Body Ache, Sore Throat, Sinus Pressure, Fever, and Runny Nose. Than Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold & Flu Liquid Gels

  • 25% smaller than original liquid gel: Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Cold & Flu PowerMax Gels have a concentrated formula to provide powerful fast relief
  • Provides powerful maximum day time relief of cough, nasal congestion, headache & body ache, sore throat, and sinus pressure
  • Provides powerful nighttime relief of cough, nasal congestion, headache & body ache, runny nose & sore throat
  • Each box containing 24 liquid gels, 1 dose (2 Liquid gesl)
  • Use as directed
  • This item may be eligible for FSA and HSA reimbursement. For any questions you may have regarding FSAs or HSAs, please browse our FAQ.

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Product NameAlka-Seltzer Plus Day/Night Cold & Flu, PowerMax Gels - 24 ct
Package Count24
Container Typebox
FormSoftgel
Country of ManufactureSpain
Best ForCongestion
Prop 65No

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DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

Depth3.5
Width1.5
Height5.0

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Warnings

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

  • more than 4000 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 (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI 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 than7 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 signs or symptoms.

Warnings

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

  • more than 4000 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(MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI 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 signs or symptoms.

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:

  • minor aches and pains 
  • headache
  • nasal and sinus congestion 
  • cough
  • sore throat 
  • runny nose 
  • sneezing
  • temporarily reduces fever

How often do you take Alka Seltzer Plus Powermax gels?

Adults and Children 12 Years and Over:: Take 2 capsules with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 capsules in 12 hours or as directed by a doctor. Children Under 12 Years:: Do not use. Alka-Seltzer Plus Maximum Strength Night Cold & Flu PowerMax Gels Directions: Do not take more than the recommended dose.

How many Alka Seltzer Plus Liquid Gels can I take?

adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 capsules with water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 12 capsules in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.

Does Alka Seltzer Plus Powermax gels make you sleepy?

Nervous system side effects of dextromethorphan have included drowsiness and dizziness.

How long does it take for Alka Seltzer gel caps to work?

This product worked wonders 20 minutes after the first dose!