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Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid (AS-pir-in, SOE-dee-um bye-KAR-boe-nate, and SI-trik AS-id) combination is used to relieve pain occurring together with heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion. The aspirin in Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid is the pain reliever. Aspirin belongs to the group of medicines known as salicylates ( sa-LISS-ih-lates) and to the group of medicines known as anti-inflammatory analgesics. The sodium bicarbonate in Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid is an antacid. It neutralizes stomach acid by combining with it to form a new substance that is not an acid. Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid combination may also be used to lessen the chance of heart attack, stroke, or other problems that may occur when a blood vessel is blocked by blood clots. The aspirin in Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid helps prevent dangerous blood clots from forming. However, this effect of aspirin may increase the chance of serious bleeding in some people. Therefore, aspirin should be used for this purpose only when your doctor decides, after studying your medical condition and history, that the danger of blood clots is greater than the risk of bleeding. Do not take aspirin to prevent blood clots or a heart attack unless it has been ordered by your doctor. Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid is available without a prescription. However, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper dose for your medical condition. Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid combination is available in the following dosage form: Oral Effervescent tablets (U.S. and Canada) Brand names: - Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid - Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and Citric Acid - Flavored Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid |