Alka-Seltzer Plus Severe Cold & Flu PowerFast Fizz 72 Tablets Citrus

Alka-Seltzer Plus Severe Cold & Flu PowerFast Fizz — 72 citrus-flavored effervescent tablets in 36 individually sealed 2-count pouches, labeled for individual resale. Active Ingredients (per tablet): Acetaminophen 250 mg (pain reliever/fever reducer), Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg (antihistamine), Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg (cough suppressant), Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg (nasal decongestant). Temporarily relieves cold and flu symptoms: minor aches, headache, cough, sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, nasal and sinus congestion, and fever. Inactive Ingredients: Anhydrous citric acid, calcium silicate, dimethicone, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Yellow 6, flavors, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, potassium bicarbonate, povidone, sodium bicarbonate, sucralose. Each tablet contains: Potassium 80 mg; Sodium 356 mg. Made by Bayer.

For use by adults and children 12 years and over only. Do not use in children under 12 years. Read all Drug Facts before use.

Severe Cold & Flu Relief: 5 Symptoms, 4 Active Ingredients, 1 Tablet

• Fever & Body Ache — Acetaminophen 250 mg per tablet (pain reliever/fever reducer)
• Cough — Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg per tablet (cough suppressant)
• Nasal Congestion — Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg per tablet (nasal decongestant)
• Runny Nose & Sneezing — Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg per tablet (antihistamine)
• Sore Throat — Acetaminophen also provides sore throat pain relief
• PowerFast Fizz formula — effervescent tablets dissolve fully in water for fast absorption
• Citrus Flavor — pleasant citrus taste; easier to take when sick
• 36 individual 2-count pouches — labeled for individual resale; portable and convenient

How to Use

Adults and children 12 years and over: Fully dissolve 2 tablets in 4 oz of water before taking. Take every 4 hours as needed. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours. Children under 12 years: Do not use. 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, or 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product. Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe allergic reactions including skin reddening, blisters, rash, hives, facial swelling, asthma (wheezing), and shock. Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, or is accompanied by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription), if you are taking a prescription MAOI, or 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, a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, difficulty in urination due to prostate enlargement, persistent or chronic cough, or a sodium-restricted diet. 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. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.

About Alka-Seltzer Plus & Bayer

Alka-Seltzer Plus is Bayer's multi-symptom cold and flu line, built on the same effervescent PowerFast Fizz technology as the original Alka-Seltzer. The Severe Cold & Flu formula combines four active ingredients in a single effervescent tablet to address the full spectrum of severe cold and flu symptoms simultaneously. Bayer, headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, is one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies. Alka-Seltzer Plus is one of the top-selling OTC cold and flu brands in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take Alka-Seltzer Plus Severe Cold & Flu with other cold medicines?
Do not take with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). Many OTC cold, flu, pain, and sleep medications contain acetaminophen. Taking more than one acetaminophen-containing product at the same time can cause serious liver damage. Always check the active ingredients of all medications you are taking.

Why does this product have a high sodium content?
Each tablet contains 356 mg of sodium — two tablets (one dose) contain 712 mg of sodium. This is due to the effervescent formula, which uses sodium bicarbonate as part of the fizzing mechanism. People on a sodium-restricted diet should ask a doctor before use.

Is Alka-Seltzer Plus Severe Cold & Flu safe for children?
No. This product is not for use in children under 12 years. Do not use in children under 12 years. For children's cold and flu relief, consult a doctor or pharmacist for age-appropriate products.

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