Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes Acetaminophen 250 mg…………….………...Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg……………………..……..Antihistamine Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg……………Cough suppressant Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg………………….Nasal decongestant Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · runny nose · sneezing · nasal and sinus congestion · temporarily reduces fever 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 (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 ● a sodium restricted diet 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 · 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 DirectionsDirections · do not take more than the recommended dose · adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. · children under 12 years: do not use Other information ● each tablet contains: potassium 80 mg; sodium 355 mg ● store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat. Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, calcium silicate, dimethicone, flavors, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, potassium bicarbonate, povidone, sodium bicarbonate, sucralose Questions or commentsQuestions or comments? 1-800-986-0369 (Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM EST) Alka-Seltzer® PLUS SEVERE Cold & Flu Strawberry Honey POWERFAST FIZZ™ NEW IMPROVED FLAVOR Acetaminophen/Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate/Antihistamine Dextromethorphan hydrobromide /Cough suppressant Phenylephrine hydrochloride /Nasal decongestant 20 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS Bayer HealthCare LLC. Does AlkaDrowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, upset stomach, nausea, nervousness, constipation, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Has AlkaThe Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold product containing acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine, and phenylephrine has been discontinued in the U.S.
What is Alka Seltzer cold and flu used for?This combination medication is used to temporarily treat cough, stuffy nose, body aches, and other symptoms (such as fever, headache, sore throat) caused by the common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis, bronchitis).
How long does it take for AlkaAfter about 30 minutes, I felt better than I had in a week. Last night I took the Alka Seltzer Plus Cold & Cough PM and got a peaceful full nights sleep.
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