Top Value Effervescent Pain Relief
Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarobonate · Tablet, Effervescent · Oral
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients (in each effervescent tablet) Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)* Citric acid 1000 mg Sodium bicarbonate (heat-treated) 1916 mg *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever Antacid Antacid
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of ■ heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach when accompanied by headache or body aches and pains ■ upset stomach with headache from overindulgence in food or drink ■ pain alone (headaches or body aches and pains)
Warnings
Warnings Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you ■ are age 60 or older ■ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ■ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ■ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) ■ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product ■ take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
Do not use ■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ if you are allergic to aspirin ■ if overly full from food or drink. Ask a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if ■ stomach bleeding warning applies to you ■ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn ■ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease ■ you are taking a diuretic ■ you have a sodium-restricted diet
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ■ presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. ■ taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis
When using this product
When using this product do not take more than 8 tablets (adults) or 4 tablets (60 years and over) in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage for more than 10 days
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding ■ feel faint ■ vomit blood ■ have bloody or black stools ■ have stomach pain that does not get better ■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. ■ pain lasts for more than 10 days or gets worse ■ new symptoms occur ■ redness or swelling is present ■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children.
Directions
Directions ■ do not exceed recommended dosage ■ to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before taking adults and children 12 years and over (up to 60 years of age) 2 tablets every 4 hours do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours 60 years and over 2 tablets every 4 hours do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients ■ none
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Tower Laboratories Ltd (revised Dec 11, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Aspirin in 2 products
- Anhydrous Citric Acid in 2 products
- Sodium Bicarbonate in 2 products
Top Value Effervescent Pain Relief NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50201-4212 | Aspirin 325 mg/1; Anhydrous Citric Acid 1000 mg/1; Sodium Bicarbonate 1916 mg/1 Tablet, Effervescent | Tower Laboratories Ltd | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 50201-4213 | Sodium Bicarbonate 1916 mg/1; Aspirin 325 mg/1; Anhydrous Citric Acid 1000 mg/1 Tablet, Effervescent | Tower Laboratories Ltd | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Top Value Effervescent Pain Relief used for?
Uses for the temporary relief of ■ heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach when accompanied by headache or body aches and pains ■ upset stomach with headache from overindulgence in food or drink ■ pain alone (headaches or body aches and pains)
Who makes Top Value Effervescent Pain Relief?
Top Value Effervescent Pain Relief is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Tower Laboratories Ltd.