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What are the side effects of taking Alka Seltzer?

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What are the side effects of taking Alka Seltzer?

COMMON side effects

  • conditions of excess stomach acid secretion.
  • irritation of the stomach or intestines.
  • nausea.
  • vomiting.
  • heartburn.
  • stomach cramps.

What happens when you take too much Alka Seltzer?

Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.

When should you not take Alka Seltzer?

You should not use this medicine if you have an active stomach ulcer or any kind of bleeding problem. You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin, caffeine, or any other ingredients listed on the package label. You should not use this medicine during the last 3 months of pregnancy.

Is it OK to take Alka-Seltzer every night?

Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects. Do not take Alka-Seltzer (aspirin, citric acid, and sodium bicarbonate) for longer than you were told by your doctor.

What does Alka-Seltzer do to your stomach?

This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach.

Is it OK to drink Alka-Seltzer everyday?

Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects. Do not take Alka-Seltzer (aspirin, citric acid, and sodium bicarbonate) for longer than you were told by your doctor. You may bleed more easily.

What can you take instead of Alka-Seltzer?

Alka-Seltzer (aspirin / citric acid / sodium bicarbonate)

  • Alka-Seltzer (aspirin / citric acid / sodium bicarbonate) Over-the-counter.
  • 8 alternatives.
  • omeprazole (omeprazole)
  • Zegerid (omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate)
  • Nexium (esomeprazole)
  • Zantac (ranitidine)
  • Pepcid (famotidine)
  • Maalox (aluminum / magnesium / simethicone)

Why Alka-Seltzer is bad for you?

Some products have phenylalanine. This medicine may raise the chance of severe and sometimes deadly stomach or bowel problems like ulcers or bleeding. The risk is greater in older people, and in people who have had stomach or bowel ulcers or bleeding before. These problems may occur without warning signs.

What can you not take with Alka-Seltzer?

Serious Interactions

  • ASPIRIN (> 100 MG)/VORAPAXAR.
  • ANTICOAGULANTS; ANTIPLATELETS/INOTERSEN.
  • AGENTS AFFECTING GROWTH HORMONE/MACIMORELIN.
  • SELECTED SALICYLATES/METHOTREXATE (ONCOLOGY-INJECTION)
  • ANTIPLATELETS; ASPIRIN (> 100 MG)/EDOXABAN.
  • BICARBONATE/DELAYED-RELEASE CYSTEAMINE BITARTRATE.
  • ASPIRIN/ANAGRELIDE.

Is Alka-Seltzer good for stomach acid?