BC- aspirin and caffeine powder
BC ARTHRITIS- aspirin and caffeine powder
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare LP
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredient (in each powder)
Arthritis Formula
Aspirin (NSAID*) 1000 mg
Caffeine 65 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Fast Pain Relief
Aspirin (NSAID*) 845 mg
Caffeine 65 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
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- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
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- headache
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- muscular aches
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- minor arthritis pain
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- colds
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- temporarily reduces fever
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:
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- hives
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- facial swelling
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- shock
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- asthma (wheezing)
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
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- are age 60 or older
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- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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- take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
Ask a doctor before use if
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- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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- you are taking a diuretic
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- you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
When using this product
limit the use of caffeine-containing drugs, foods, or drinks because too much caffeine may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, and, occasionally, rapid heart beat. The recommended dose of this product contains about as much caffeine as a cup of coffee.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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- an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
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- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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- feel faint
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- have stomach pain that does not get better
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- vomit blood
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- have bloody or black stools
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- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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- redness or swelling is present
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- any new symptoms appear
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- ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
These could be signs of a serious condition.
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.
Directions
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- adults and children 12 years of age and over: place 1 powder on tongue every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Drink a full glass of water with each dose, or may stir powder into a glass of water or other liquid.
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- do not take more than 4 powders in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.
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- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.
Other information
Arthritis Formula
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- each powder contains: potassium 65 mg
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- store below 25oC (77oF)
Fast Pain Relief
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- each powder contains: potassium 55 mg
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- store below 25oC (77oF)
Questions or comments?
1-866-255-5197 (English/Spanish) weekdays
TAMPER EVIDENT FEATURE: DO NOT USE IF SAFETY OVERWRAP OR "S" TEAR-TAPE IS MISSING OR TORN.
Distributed by:
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, L.P.
Moon Township, PA 15108
BC and BC in oval device are registered trademarks of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.
www.bcpowder.com
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| Labeler - GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare LP (828924212) |