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What is Alka-Seltzer XS 20 Effervescent Tablets

Alka-Seltzer XS is a double action formula, with added caffeine, designed to act fast on pain. The soluble tablets contain aspirin and paracetamol, which together have pain relief, fever relief, and anti-inflammatory properties. Aspirin and paracetamol are rapidly absorbed and distributed around the body to provide fast relief of general pain such as headaches, migraines, period pain, toothache, and sore throat. Alka-Seltzer XS also provides symptomatic relief of fever, colds and flu, as well as rheumatic pain, sciatica, lumbago, fibrositis, and muscular aches and pains. Alka-Seltzer XS can be taken by adults and children over 16. It is sugar free and suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

What are the key features

Fast, double action pain relief
Water-soluble tablets with aspirin, paracetamol caffeine
For general pain including headaches migraines, period pain, rheumatic muscular pain
Relief from cold flu symptoms
Sugar free
Suitable for vegetarians vegans

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What are the active ingredients

Each Effervescent Tablet contains: Aspirin 267mg, Paracetamol 133mg, Caffeine 40mg, Sodium content 472mg per tablet

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How to use Alka-Seltzer XS 20 Effervescent Tablets

Always read the label.Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully.Directions: Alka-Seltzer XS should always be dissolved in water before use.Dosage: Adults and children aged 16 and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours, if necessary.Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.Do not take for more than 3 days without consulting your doctor.

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Precautions to consider before using/taking Alka-Seltzer XS 20 Effervescent Tablets

Keep out of the sight and reach of children.Do not give to children under 16 years of age, unless your doctor tells you to.Do not take more medicine than the label tells you to.If you do not get better talk to your doctor.Do not take anything else containing paracetamol while taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor at once if you take too much of this medicine, even if you feel well.CONTAINS ASPIRIN AND PARACETAMOL

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Alka-Seltzer XS 20 Tablets

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