Excedrin Extra Strength Tablets, Pain Reliever 250 ea Indications
| Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- a cold
- arthritis
- muscular aches
- sinusitis
- toothache
- premenstrual & menstrual cramps
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Drug Interaction Precautions
| Precaution: Do not take this product if you are taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (thinning the blood), diabetes, gout or arthritis unless directed by a doctor. |
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 and early sign of Reye's Syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
Overdose Warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems, including serious liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Caffeine warning: The recommended dose of this product contains about as much caffeine as a cup of coffee. Limit the use of caffeine-containing medications, foods, or beverages while taking this product because too much caffeine may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, and occasionally rapid heart beat.
Do not use if you ever have had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer. With any other products containing acetaminophen. (see overdose warning)
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
- asthma
- ulcers
- bleeding problems
- stomach problems such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain that do not go away or return
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for:
- anticoagulation (thinning of the blood)
- diabetes
- gout
- arthritis
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
- an allergic reaction occurs Seek medical help right away.
- new symptoms occur
- symptoms do not get better or worsen
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- painful area is red or swollen
- pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.
As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless specifically directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Tamper-evident bottle. Do not use if printed "Novartis" seal around the bottle cap and neck is broken or missing. |
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Active Ingredients: per caplet: Acetaminophen (Pain Reliever (250mg)), Aspirin (Pain Reliever (250mg)), Caffeine (Pain Reliever Aid (65mg))
Inactive Ingredients: Benzoic Acid, Carnauba Wax, FD&C Blue 1, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mineral Oil, Polysorbate 20, Povidone, Propylene Glycol, Simethicone Emulsion, Sorbitan Monolaurate, Stearic Acid (May Also Contain: Titanium Dioxide) |
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- Drink a full glass of water with each dose
- Adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 tablets every 6 hours, not more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor.
Store at Controlled Room Temperature, 20-25°C (68-77°F). Read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information. |
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