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Alka-Seltzer 325 mg/1

buffered aspirin · TABLET, EFFERVESCENT · Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc.

7 Recalls on Record
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Alka-Seltzer is an over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug containing buffered aspirin that is used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and decrease inflammation. The effervescent tablets dissolve in water to form a solution that may be easier on the stomach than regular aspirin.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Alka-Seltzer
Generic Name
buffered aspirin
NDC Code (Product)
66715-5206
Manufacturer
Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc.
Strength
325 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, EFFERVESCENT
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M013
Drug Class
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor [EPC]
Marketing Start
06/01/2023

Recall History

7 Recalls on Record
Class I03/15/2018

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Labeling: Label Mix-Up: Bayer is recalling all Alka-Seltzer Plus packages, with a green or orange Bayer logo located on the lower left corner of the front of the carton, because the ingredients on the front sticker may not match the actual product in the carton.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/30/2017

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Defective Container: Confirmed customer compliant of small holes or cracks in the foil of blister packs.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/30/2017

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Defective Container: Confirmed customer compliant of small holes or cracks in the foil of blister packs.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/30/2017

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Defective Container: Confirmed customer compliant of small holes or cracks in the foil of blister packs.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II12/26/2025

GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC

CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II06/23/2022

Family Dollar Stores, Llc.

CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II06/23/2022

Family Dollar Stores, Llc.

CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alka-Seltzer used for?

Alka-Seltzer is an over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug containing buffered aspirin that is used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and decrease inflammation. The effervescent tablets dissolve in water to form a solution that may be easier on the stomach than regular aspirin.

Is Alka-Seltzer a controlled substance?

Alka-Seltzer is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Alka-Seltzer?

The generic name for Alka-Seltzer is buffered aspirin. There are 3 other brand versions of buffered aspirin.

What is the NDC code for Alka-Seltzer 325 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Alka-Seltzer 325 mg/1 is 66715-5206, listed by Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc..

Product NDC

66715-5206

Package NDC

66715-5206-0

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