Alka Seltzer Effervescent Tablets – 20 Tablets

Do not take Alka-Seltzer if: You are allergic to aspirin, or any other pain relieving or anti-inflammatory medicines. The allergic reaction may be displayed as asthma, a skin rash or blocked sinuses when you have taken any of these medicines. It may also be displayed as a worsening of these symptoms if you have them before taking these products You are allergic to any of the other ingredients in this product You are taking any other aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs e.g. ibuprofen You have or have ever had, any other gastrointestinal disease You have a bleeding disorder such as haemophilia You are on a high dose of methotrexate, 15mg per week. If you are not sure check with your doctor. Methotrexate is used for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease and some types of cancer You are pregnant or breast feeding, unless advised by your doctor. Before taking Alka Seltzer, speak to your doctor if: You suffer from tightness in the chest or asthma. 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. Warafin, Heparin,Ticopidine), 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, cardiac glyosides, digoxin, digitoxin). You are taking corticosteroids, any pain-relieving or anti-inflammatory medicines. You are taking the medicines methotrexate, sodium valproate or phenytoin