Active ingredients (in each caplet)
Acetaminophen 250 mg
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID*)
Diphenhydramine citrate 38 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purposes
Pain Reliever
Pain Reliever
Nighttime sleep-aid
Uses
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- for the temporary relief of occasional headaches and minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness
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: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
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- skin reddening
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- blisters
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- rash
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
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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- asthma (wheezing)
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- shock
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
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- more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
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- with other drugs containing acetaminophen
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- 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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
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- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen, aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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- with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
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- in children under 12 years of age
Ask a doctor before use if
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- you have liver disease
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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
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- you have glaucoma
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- you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
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- you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking
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- a prescription drug for:
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- diabetes
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- gout
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- arthritis
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- any other drug, or are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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- any product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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- sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
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- drowsiness will occur
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- avoid alcoholic drinks
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- do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery
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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- vomit blood
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- have bloody or black stools
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- have stomach pain that does not get better
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- sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.
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- pain gets worse or last for more than 10 days
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- painful area is red or swollen
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- ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
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- any new symptoms occur
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 at 20 weeks or later in 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. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
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do not use more than directed
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- do not use in children under 12 years of age
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- adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets at bedtime, with a full glass of water
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- do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
Other information
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each caplet contains: 75 mg calcium
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- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).
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- close cap tightly after use.
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- read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.
Inactive ingredients
benzoic acid, calcium carbonate, FD&C blue no. 1 aluminum lake, ferric oxide yellow, hypromellose, low substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, medium-chain triglycerides, polydextrose, polysorbate 80, povidone, pregelatinized corn starch, silicified microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, zinc stearate
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EXCEDRIN
PM HEADACHE
Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)
and Diphenhydramine Citrate 38 mg
Pain Reliever/Nighttime Sleep-Aid
Caffeine-Free
Non-Habit Forming
ACTUAL SIZE
24 CAPLETS
TAMPER-EVIDENT BOTTLE
DO NOT USE IF INNER FOIL SEAL IMPRINTED WITH “SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION” IS BROKEN OR MISSING
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