TopCare Health Original Effervescent Cold Relief 20 ea

Active ingredients... Purpose

(In Each Effervescent Tablet:)

Aspirin NSAID 325 mg ... Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer *

Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg ... Antihistamine

Phenylephrine Bitartrate 7.8 mg ... Nasal Decongestant.

* Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Uses

Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold

• sneezing

• nasal congestion

• sore throat

• headache

• minor aches and pains

• runny nose

• sinus congestion and pressure

Temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

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: 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

• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer

• if you are allergic to aspirin

• 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.

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.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• asthma

• glaucoma

• diabetes

• thyroid disease

• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

• a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis

• been placed on a sodium-restricted diet.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

• if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers presently taking a prescription drug

• taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis.

When using this product

• do not exceed recommended dosage

• you may get drowsy

• avoid alcoholic drinks

• excitability may occur, especially in children

• alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

• be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• 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

• an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away

• pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days

• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

• new symptoms occur

• redness or swelling is present

• ringing in the ears or a 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 during the last 3 months of 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.

Do not use if printed packets are torn or punctured.

Directions

• Do not use more than directed (see overdose warning).

User Group

Adults and Children 12 Years and Over	Take 2 tablets completely dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Children Under 12 Years	Ask a doctor.

Other Information

• Each tablet contains: sodium 464 mg. Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 9 mg per tablet. Store at room temperature (59 degrees-86 degrees F).

Inactive ingredients

Acesulfame Potassium, Aspartame, Citric Acid, Docusate Sodium, Flavors, Mannitol, Povidone, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Bicarbonate

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