Alka-seltzer Plus Day Severe Cold label

Alka-seltzer Plus Day Severe Cold

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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

Liver warning

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 5 packets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

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

  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
  • 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.
  • 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
  • cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
  • 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

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • 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.

Do not use

  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
  • 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.
  • 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
  • cough with excessive phlegm (mucus)
  • 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

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • 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

FDA Safety Alerts

There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.

Manufacturer Warnings

There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.

FDA Labeling Changes

There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.

Uses

  • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu:
    • minor aches and pains
    • headache
    • cough
    • sore throat
    • nasal and sinus congestion
  • temporarily reduces fever

History

There is currently no drug history available for this drug.

Other Information

There are no additional details available for this product.

Alka-seltzer Plus Day Severe Cold Manufacturers

  • Bayer Healthcare Llc – Consumer Care
    Alka-seltzer Plus Day Severe Cold | Bayer Healthcare Llc - Consumer Care
    No Recall

    Alka-seltzer Plus Day Severe Cold | Bayer Healthcare Llc - Consumer Care

    Alka-seltzer Plus Day Severe Cold | Bayer Healthcare Llc - Consumer Care
    do not take more than the recommended dose take every 4 hours; do not exceed 5 packets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor adults and children 12 years and over: dissolve contents of one packet in 8 oz. hot water; sip while hot. Consume entire drink within 10-15 minutes. children under 12 years: do not use if using a microwave, add contents of one packet to 8 oz. of cool water; stir briskly before and after heating. Do not overheat.