Alka-Seltzer XS Tablets Alka-Seltzer XS Tablets

Alka-Seltzer XS Effervescent Tablets provide fast and effective relief from mild to moderate pain including headaches, migraine, neuralgia, toothache, sore throat, period pains, aches, and pains. They also provide symptomatic relief from sprains, strains, rheumatic pain, sciatica, lumbago, fibrosis, muscular aches and pains, joint swelling, and stiffness. Additionally, they Alka-Seltzer can provide symptomatic relief of influenza, feverishness, and feverish colds.

Key features of Alka-Seltzer XS Tablets

• Effervescent tablets
• Active ingredient: Aspirin
• Relieve mild to moderate pain

Alka-Seltzer must always be dissolved in a glass of water prior to oral administration.

Adults, elderly and children aged 16 years and over: 2 tablets in water. The dose may be repeated every 4 hours, as required, with a maximum of 4 dosages in 24 hours.

These dosages should not be continued for more than three days without consulting a physician. The stated dose must not be exceeded. Do not give to children under 16 years, unless specifically indicated (e.g. for Kawasaki's disease). Do not take Alka Seltzer if you: are allergic to aspirin, sodium hydrogen carbonate, citric acid or to any other ingredients. are allergic to any other pain relieving or anti-inflammatory medicines (e.e NSAIDS or salicylates). have, or have had, a stomach or duodenal ulcer. have a disorder which causes excessive bleeding such as haemophilia. are pregnant or breast feeding. have severe heart, kidney or live problems. have asthma that is worsened by aspirin or any other NSAID. Avoid if you are on a high dose of methotrexate, 15mg per week. Speak to your doctor before taking Alka Seltzer if you: suffer from Asthma, nasal polyps, hayfever or allergies. have low uric acid excretion, which is commonly associated with gout. have a history of gastrointestinal disorders. have kidney or liver problems. have problems with your circulation. are about to have surgery. are elderly. Aspirin has also been associated with increased risk of Reye's Syndrome when given to children with a fever. For this reason the use of aspirin is not recommended in children under 16 years of age. You should ask your doctor before taking aspirin if you are taking any other medicines including those for blood clots (thrombosis) such as warfarin or gout such as probenecid. If you are unsure please check with your doctor, always read the label. This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist. Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Possible side effects that may occur after taking Alka Seltzer XS Tablets:

• In people sensitive to aspirin, reactions such as asthma attacks and skin rashes may occur occasionally.
• Aspirin may induce gastric irritation, nausea, dyspepsia and stomach bleeding.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any side effects after taking this product.

Active ingredientsAspirin (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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