ALKA-SELTZER classic effervescent tablets, 2X10 pcs

Instructions for use for ALKA-SELTZER classic effervescent tablets, 2X10 pcs

Instructions for Use

[A12 ...DosageGeneral dosage recommendation.

Adolescents aged 12 and over and adults2 effervescent tablets1-3 times daily (max. 8 effervescent tablets per day)At intervals of 4-8 hours, with mealsIndications

Mechanism of action

how does the active ingredient in the medicine work

the active ingredient has analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory effects.It blocks the production of certain messenger substances in the body, so-called prostaglandins.These are significantly involved in the development of pain, fever, and inflammation
Acetylsalicylic acid also affects blood clotting.The substance prevents blood platelets (thrombocytes) from clumping together, thus improving blood flow

- Composition

Contraindications

What are the contraindications

always
Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
bronchial asthma
Ulcers in the digestive tract, such as
Stomach or duodenal ulcer
Increased tendency to bleed?
Kidney failure:
- Liver failure
- Heart failure

- Under certain circumstances - consult your doctor or pharmacist
- Tendency to allergies
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Chronic and recurring stomach or duodenal problems
- Heart disease that is not controlled with medication
- Impaired liver function
ImpairedKidney function:
- Tendency to gout attacks
- Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (a specific inherited metabolic disorder)
- Upcoming surgery

- Which age group should be considered
- Children under 12 years: This medicine should only be used after consulting a doctor or under medical supervision

- What about pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor.Several factors will determine whether and how this medicine can be used during pregnancy
- Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor or pharmacist.They will assess your individual situation and advise you on whether and how you can continue breastfeeding

- If this medicine has been prescribed for you despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.The therapeutic benefit may outweigh the risk associated with use in the presence of a contraindication

Side effects?

- What undesirable effects can occur.

Gastrointestinal disturbances, such as?
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
Heartburn.
Abdominal pain
Ulcers in the digestive tract, which very rarely may perforate?
- Microbleeds (barely visible or noticeable bleeding from the smallest blood vessels), especially in the gastrointestinal tract:
- Allergic reactions, especially in asthmatics, such as
- Skin hypersensitivity reactions
- Shortness of breath
- Bleeding, such as Nosebleeds, bleeding gums, with possibly prolonged bleeding time

- If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist

- The information provided here primarily considers side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 treated patients

- Notes:

- What should you consider
- Do not use for pain or fever for longer than indicated in the package leaflet without medical advice
- The habitual use of painkillers can lead to permanent kidney damage.The risk increases if several painkillers are combined or if a painkiller contains several active ingredients
In children and adolescents with febrile illnesses, the medicine should only be given on a doctor's instructions.It can lead to so-called Reye's syndrome, a rare but life-threatening condition that causes prolonged vomiting.
Caution: Patients with nasal polyps, chronic respiratory infections, asthma, or a tendency to allergic reactions such as hay fever: In these patients, the medicine may trigger an asthma attack or a severe allergic skin reaction.Therefore, consult your doctor before use.
With prolonged use of painkillers, headaches may occur that are caused by the painkiller.Talk to your doctor to prevent your headaches from becoming chronic
Before any surgery – including minor procedures such as tooth extraction – inform your doctor about the intake/use of the medicine, as the bleeding time may be prolonged?
- Caution if you are allergic to the sweetener saccharin (E-number E 954)!
- There may be medications with which interactions can occur.Therefore, before starting treatment with a new medication, you should generally inform your doctor or pharmacist about all other medications you are already taking.This also applies to medications that you buy yourself, only use occasionally, or whose use dates back some time.
- Alcohol consumption should be avoided as much as possible during long-term treatment .Occasional consumption of small amounts of alcohol is permitted, but not together with the medication.
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