Alka-Seltzer Plus Cough and Sore Throat FizzyChews

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · sore throat · temporarily reduces fever Dosage and administration Directions Directions · do not take more than the recommended dose · adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not exceed 6 doses (12 tablets) tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. · children 6 to under 12 years: take 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not exceed 5 doses (10 tablets) in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. · do not swallow tablets whole. Chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing. · children under 12 years: do not use Warnings and cautions Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if · adult takes more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours · child takes more than 5 doses in 24hours · taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen · adult has 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 ● 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 6 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have ● liver disease ● cough with excessive phlegm (mucus) ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema ● a sodium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the user is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin 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 childre Stop use and ask a doctor if · pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 5 days (children) or 7 days (adults) · 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. 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