temporarily relieves
- headache
- menstrual pain
- minor pain of arthritis
- muscle pain
- toothache
- pain and fever of colds
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 prodcut, 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
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Stomach bleeding warning: This prodcut 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 a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSIADs (ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- take more or for a longer time than directed
- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Drug Facts continued on back of label
Ask a doctor before use if
- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- you are taking a diuretic
- you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
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
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasta more than 3 days
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
These could be sings of a serious condition
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially imporant 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 right away.
Directions
DRINK A FULL GLASS OF WATER WITH EACH DOSE
- adults and children 12 years and over: 1-2 tablets every 4 hours while symptoms last, not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Questions or comments
Questions or comments ? call 516-341-0666, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ET, Monday - Friday
