Alka-Seltzer XS Tablets 20

Do not take Alka-Seltzer if:
• You are allergic to aspirin, or any other pain relieving or anti-inflammatory medicines e.g.
NSAIDs or salicylates. The allergic reaction may be displayed as an asthma attack when
you have taken any of these medicines..
• You are allergic to any of the other ingredients in this product.
• You have, or have ever had, a stomach or duodenal ulcer.
• You have a bleeding disorder such as haemophilia.
• You are on a high dose of methrotrexate, 15mg per week.. If you are not sure, check with
your doctor. Methotrexate is used for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's diease and
some types of cancer.
• You are pregnant or breast-feeding, unless advised by your doctor.
There is a possible association between aspirin and Reye's syndrome when given to children..
Reye's syndrome is a very rare disease, which can be fatal. For this reason aspirin should not
be given to children under 16 years, unless on the advice of a doctor.
Before taking this product:
Speak to your doctor if:
• You suffer from tightness in the chest or asthma.
• You are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying for a baby.
• You have kidney or liver problems or are aware you have low uric acid excretion, which is
commonly associated with gout.
• You have a history of gastrointestinal disorders (regular stomach upsets).
• You are taking medication to prevent blood clotting (e.g. warfarin, heparin, ticlopidine), to
lower blood sugar if you are a diabetic (e.g. insulin, sulphonylureas), to treat gout or
reduce water retention.
• You are taking medication because of heart problems or to lower blood pressure (e.g. ACE
inhibitors)
• You are taking medication containing corticosteroids, any pain-relieving or antiinflammatory
medicines.
• You are receiving the medicine methotrexate, digoxin, sodium valproate or phenytoin.
Before an operation inform the doctor or surgeon that you are taking aspirin.

• Do not store above 25oC. Store in the original package.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• Do not remove the tablets from the foil pouch until immediately before use.
• If you use only one tablet from the foil pouch dispose of the remaining one.
• If the foil pouch containing the tablets is damaged or the tablets are powdery or
discoloured, do not use.
• Do not use this product after the date printed on the carton and foil pouch.