ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve

ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE. It is labelled by Bayer HealthCare LLC. taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 0280-8270, application M012, label effective 20260424. It is one of 6 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE are most often described in connection with: temporarily relieves, symptoms due, cold minor, pains headache, runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing sore, throat sinus. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: minor aches and pains headache runny nose nasal congestion sneezing sore throat sinus congestion and pressure temporarily reduces fever

Directions ● 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

Reye’s syndrome : Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert Allergy alert : Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ● hives ● facial swelling ● asthma (wheezing) ● shock Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you ● are age 60 or older ● have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ● take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ● take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) ● have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product ● take more or for a longer time than directed 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 ● if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer ● 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 ● stomach bleeding warning applies to you ● you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn ● you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease ● you are taking a diuretic ● you have ● asthma ● diabetes ● thyroid disease ● glaucoma ● a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland ● a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for diabets, gout, or arthritis taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product • do not exceed recommended dosage • may cause drowsiness • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect • avoid alcoholic drinks • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if • an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding • feel faint • vomit blood • have bloody or black stools • have stomach pain that does not get better • pain 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 • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

FDA lists 6 drug label records with ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

What is ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve used for?
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: minor aches and pains headache runny nose nasal congestion sneezing sore throat sinus congestion and pressure temporarily reduces fever

Who makes ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve?
Bayer HealthCare LLC. is the labeler of record for ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve. 6 FDA label records share the active ingredient ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve come in?
administered by oral. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Are there other products containing ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE?
Yes. 6 FDA drug label records list ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.