Does Alka-Seltzer Plus sinus cold and cough make you drowsy?
Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, nervousness, or trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Is Alka-Seltzer Plus good for sinus infections?
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Sinus is a combination medicine used to treat headache, fever, body aches, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Sinus may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Is Alka-Seltzer Plus severe cough mucus and congestion non drowsy?
Temporarily reduces fever. Alka-Seltzer Plus® Severe Cough, Mucus & Congestion Day/Night Liquid Gels. See new warning. Non drowsy day: Acetaminophen/pain reliever-fever reducer.
Does Alka-Seltzer cough and mucus DM make you drowsy?
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: breathing problems (such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, smoker’s cough), cough with blood or large amounts of mucus, liver problems. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy.
How many days in a row can you take Alka-Seltzer Plus?
Do not take for longer than 7 days in a row. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, or headaches. If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the surgeon or doctor ahead of time if you have taken this medicine within the past few days.
What are the side effects of Alka-Seltzer Plus?
COMMON side effects
- conditions of excess stomach acid secretion.
- irritation of the stomach or intestines.
- nausea.
- vomiting.
- heartburn.
- stomach cramps.
- an increase in the thickness of lung secretions.
- drowsiness.
Does Alka-Seltzer have a decongestant?
What is Alka-Seltzer Cold and Sinus? Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages.
What is a good decongestant?
Common decongestants include:
- Afrin, Dristan, Vicks Sinex (oxymetazoline)
- Sudafed PE, Suphedrin PE (phenylephrine)
- Silfedrine, Sudafed, Suphedrin (pseudoephedrine)
Can I take mucus relief with Alka-Seltzer Plus?
No interactions were found between Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Mucinex. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Can you take Mucinex DM with Alka-Seltzer?
No interactions were found between Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Sinus and Mucinex DM. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
What happens if you drink Alka-Seltzer everyday?
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 happens if you eat 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.
