Reye's Syndrome: Children and teenagers should not use this drug for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with aspirin.
Allergy Alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Alcohol Warning: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen and aspirin or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen and aspirin may cause liver damage and stomach bleeding.
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 have ever 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
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never had migraines diagnosed by a health professional
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a headache that is different from your usual migraines
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fever and stiff neck
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experienced your first headache after the age of 50
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the worst headache of your life
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headaches beginning after or caused by a head injury, exertion, coughing or bending
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daily headaches
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asthma
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bleeding problems
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ulcers
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stomach problems such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain that do not go away or recur
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a migraine so severe as to require bed rest
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problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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vomiting with your migraine headaches
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for:
- anticoagulation (thinning of the blood)
- diabetes
- gout
- arthritis
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
- taking any other product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
- an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
- your migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose.
- new or unexpected symptoms occur.
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs.
- stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
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 specifically 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.
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.
Tamper-evident bottle. Do not use if printed "Novartis" seal around the bottle cap and neck is broken or missing. |