What is Bromo Seltzer?
Bromo Seltzer is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. It is used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. Bromo Seltzer is originally produced by inventor Isaac E. Emerson's Emerson Drug Company of Baltimore, Maryland, Bromo-Seltzer is sold in the United States in the form of effervescent granules which must be mixed with water before ingestion. The other forms of Bromo Seltzer are liquid, chewable tablet, and disintegrating tablet. Bromo Seltzer was known for its slogan which was repeated rhythmically in imitation of a railroad steam engine: "BRO-mo-Selt-zer, BRO-mo-Selt-zer ...” in the days of classic radio.
Bromo Seltzer took its name from a component of the original formula, sodium bromide; it contained 3.2 mEq/teaspoon of this active ingredient. Bromides are a class of tranquilizers that were withdrawn from the American market in 1975 due to their toxicity. Their sedative effect probably accounted for its popularity as a hangover remedy. Early formulas also used Acetanilide as the analgesic, a known poisonous substance. There is some important information you should know when consuming Bromo Seltzer in order not to get overdose like: Bromo Seltzer is contained in many combination medicines, if you use certain products together you may accidentally use too much acetaminophen, avoid drinking alcohol while taking it, etc.
You have to understand the dosage of Bromo Seltzer too. The maximum amount of acetaminophen for adults is 1 gram (1000 mg) per dose and 4 grams (4000 mg) per day. Taking more acetaminophen could cause damage to your liver. If you drink more than three alcoholic beverages per day, talk to your doctor before taking Bromo Seltzer and never use more than 2 grams (2000 mg) per day. An overdose of Bromo Seltzer can cause serious harm. The first signs of a Bromo Seltzer overdose include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, and confusion or weakness. Later symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark urine, and yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes. Overall, Bromo Seltzer is not a dangerous drug to consume as long as you have the right dosage and usage.
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