Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine Sparkling Original ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, and PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE 325 mg; 2 mg; 7.8 mg Tablet, Effervescent — NDC 0280-1400-32 (Billing 00280-1400-32)
This is a package of Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine Sparkling Original ASPIRIN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, and PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE 325 mg; 2 mg; 7.8 mg Tablet, Effervescent from Bayer HealthCare LLC., marketed since Apr 2008 and currently FDA-listed. It is this product's only package size.
NDC database record
One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 0280-1400-32 alone.
- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
- Code segments
- 0280 labeler · 1400 product · 32 package
- Package marketed since
- Apr 10, 2008
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Listing certified through
- Dec 31, 2026
- Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
- 3 0280140032 5
- FDA record last changed
- Oct 1, 2026
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 1536840
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor class.
Where does this data come from?
- RxClass (NLM) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
This is an over-the-counter effervescent tablet containing aspirin, chlorpheniramine maleate, and phenylephrine bitartrate. Aspirin is typically used to reduce pain and fever, while chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine commonly used to relieve allergy and cold symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose. Phenylephrine bitartrate functions as a nasal decongestant to help relieve stuffy nose. The tablet dissolves in water and is taken by mouth.
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
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- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
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Pricing
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| Price system | Per each | Per package |
|---|---|---|
| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00280-1400-32 You're viewing this Main listing | 16 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH | 2008-04-10 | — | Active |
Therapeutic equivalents
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- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
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- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
What it looks like
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- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.
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Acesulfame potassium is an artificial sweetener that tastes about 200 times sweeter than sugar. It's added to medicines to improve taste without adding calories or affecting blood sugar.
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Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
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Aspartame is an artificial sweetener made from amino acids. It's added to medicines to improve taste, making bitter or unpleasant-tasting drugs easier to take.
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Calcium silicate is a white powder made from calcium and silicon compounds. It acts as an anti-caking agent and flow aid, helping powder ingredients move smoothly during tablet or capsule manufacturing.
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Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
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Docusate sodium is a stool softener compound that helps medicines dissolve and move through the digestive tract. It acts as a surfactant, reducing surface tension in the intestines, and also serves as a wetting agent in tablet formulations.
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A natural sugar alcohol derived from seaweed or synthesized in the lab. It's used as a filler to add bulk, a sweetener in sugar-free formulas, and a disintegrant to help tablets break apart in the stomach.
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Povidone is a synthetic polymer made from a plastic-like material. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together and as a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach so the medicine can be absorbed.
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Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
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A white powder form of baking soda that acts as a buffer and pH regulator in medicines. It helps maintain the right acid-base balance and may aid tablet disintegration.
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Manufacturer & labeler
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- Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Night Aspirin, Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, Doxylamine succinate, Phenylephrine bitartrate 500 mg; 10 mg; 6.25 mg; 7.8 mg Tablet, Effervescent NDC 0280-1545-20
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Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: temporarily reduces fever
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. children under 12 years: do not use
⚠️ 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 an 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 Sore throat warning If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use to sedate children. Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age 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 asthma diabetes thyroid disease glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes arthritis taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage excitability may occur, especially in children you may get drowsy avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs.
Seek medical help right away. 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 pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information each tablet contains: sodium 474 mg Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine 8.4 mg Per Tablet store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Antihistamine Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg Nasal decongestant
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, aspartame, calcium silicate, dimethylpolysiloxane, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate
🎯 Purpose ▾
Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Antihistamine Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg Nasal decongestant
📄 Do Not Use ▾
Do not use to sedate children. Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age
📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If ▾
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 asthma diabetes thyroid disease glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis a sodium-restricted diet
📄 Ask a Doctor or Pharmacist Before Use If ▾
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes arthritis taking sedatives or tranquilizers
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage excitability may occur, especially in children you may get drowsy avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If ▾
Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. 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 pain or nasal congestion gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs
🤰 If Pregnant 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📄 Questions or Comments ▾
Questions or comments? 1-800-986-0369 (Mon-Fri 9AM – 5PM EST)
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 36 Tablet Carton Alka- Seltzer PLUS ® Aspirin (NSAID) / Pain reliever- fever reducer • Chlorpheniramine maleate / Antihistamine • Phenylephrine bitartrate / Nasal decongestant COLD FORMULA SPARKLING ORIGINAL Nasal Congestion • Runny Nose Headache & Body Ache Sore Throat • Sinus Pressure 36 EFFERVESCENT TABLETS Principal Display Panel - 36 Tablet Carton
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