Purpose

Pain reliever aid

Pain reliever / fever reducer

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:  Salicylates (NSAIDs) may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:

• hives
• skin reddening
• rash
• facial swelling
• shock
• asthma (wheezing)

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 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

Do not use if you ever had an allergic reaction to salicylates (including aspirin) or any other pain reliever/ fever reducer.

Ask a doctor before use if

• stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
• you are taking a diuretic
• you have a history of stomach problems such as heartburn, upset stomach, stomach pain, or ulcers
• you have asthma

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if

• under a doctor's care for any serious condition
• taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis

When using this product

• limit the use of caffeine containing medications, foods, or beverages 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
• take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• 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
  • symptoms do not improve
  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
  • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
  • redness or swelling is present
  • any new symptoms appear
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.  It is especially important not to use salicylates (NSAIDs) 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.