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aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate (Alka-Seltzer)
Indications:
- treatment of GERD or dyspepsia
- treatment of headaches
Dosage:
- take with or without food; with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- dissolve tablets in 1/2 cup (4 ounces/120 mL) of water
- allow to completely dissolve
- do not swallow it whole.
- rinse cup with more water & drink
Interactions
drug interactions
General
gastrointestinal agent
pharmacologic combination
References
- Alka-Seltzer
https://www.drugs.com/cdi/alka-seltzer.html
Components
aspirin (Ecotrin, Empirin, Bayer aspirin, Vazalore, ASA)
citrate (citric acid)
sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3)