Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold is a combination medicine used to treat headache, fever, body aches, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Cough is a combination medicine used to treat cough, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Cough will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

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.

Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold has a high amount of sodium, which is table salt. Since this medication can add a lot of sodium to your diet, it can worsen certain health conditions like high blood pressure. Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold also contains phenylephrine (a decongestant), which might also raise blood pressure.

Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, upset stomach, nausea, nervousness, constipation, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

ALKA-SELTZER PLUS Severe Non-Drowsy PowerFast Effervescent Fizz Citrus Tablets provide fast-acting relief from cold symptoms.

Common side effects may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision;
• dry mouth, nose, or throat;
• heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach;
• feeling nervous, restless, or irritable; or.
• sleep problems (insomnia).

Many people who use these products are not aware that they contain aspirin, but they do. Actually, Alka Seltzer Original contains 324mg of aspirin, which is the equivalent of a full-dose aspirin tablet. Taking this on a regular basis can lead to stomach ulcers and bleeding.

Alka-Seltzer is only meant to give temporary relief of heartburn symptoms. Let your provider know if your symptoms worsen or last more than 10 days. They can check with you to see if you need a longer-lasting heartburn medication.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, unusual weight loss, bone/muscle pain, mental/mood changes (such as confusion), headache, increased thirst/urination, unusual weakness/tiredness, signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of ...

Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness, drowsiness, mental/mood changes, constipation, trouble urinating, fast heartbeat, and blood pressure changes.

Alka-Seltzer is only meant to give temporary relief of heartburn symptoms. Let your provider know if your symptoms worsen or last more than 10 days.