Label: EXCEDRIN MIGRAINE (acetaminophen, aspirin- nsaid and caffeine tablet, film coated

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated September 11, 2013

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  • Active ingredient

    Acetaminophen 250 mg

    Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID) *

    Caffeine 65 mg

    * nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

  • Purpose

    Pain reliever

    Pain reliever

    Pain reliever aid

  • Uses

    • treats migraine
  • 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:

    • hives
    • facial swelling
    • asthma (wheezing)
    • shock

    Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

    • more than 2 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
    • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
    • 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

    • 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 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

    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 acetaminophen, aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
    • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist
  • Ask Doctor before use if

    • you have never had migraines diagnosed by a health professional
    • you have a headache that is different from your usual migraines
    • you have the worst headache of your life
    • you have fever and stiff neck
    • you have headaches beginning after or caused by head injury, exertion, coughing or bending
    • you experienced your first headache after the age of 50
    • you have daily headaches
    • you have a migraine so severe as to require bed rest
    • you have liver disease
    • 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
    • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
    • you have vomiting with your migraine headache
  • 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.
    • 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
    • your migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose
    • new or unexpected symptoms occur
    • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
  • 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. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

  • Directions

    • do not use more than directed
    • adults: take 2 tablets with a glass of water
    • if symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor
    • do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
    • under 18 years of age: ask a doctor
  • Other information

    • store at controlled room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
    • read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.

    TAMPER-EVIDENT BOTTLE

    DO NOT USE IF INNER FOIL SEAL IMPRINTED WITH

    “SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION”IS BROKEN OR MISSING

     

  • Inactive Ingredients

    benzoic acid, carnauba wax, FD&C blue #1, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, light mineral oil, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 20, povidone, propylene glycol, simethicone emulsion, sorbitan monolaurate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

  • Questions or comments?

    This product is supplied by State of Florida DOH Central Pharmacy as follows:

    NDCStrengthQuantity/FormColorSource Prod. Code
    53808-0835-1250 mg / 250 mg / 65 mg30 Tablets in a Blister PackWhite0067-2039

    This product was distributed By:

    Novartis Consumer Health, Inc.

    Parsippany, NJ 07054-0622

    1-800-468-7746

    And Repackaged By:

    State of Florida DOH Central Pharmacy
    104-2 Hamilton Park Drive
    Tallahassee, FL 32304
    United States

  • Principal Display

    EXCEDRIN MIGRAINE CAPLETS

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    EXCEDRIN  MIGRAINE
    acetaminophen, aspirin (nsaid) and caffeine tablet, film coated
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:53808-0835(NDC:0067-2039)
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    ACETAMINOPHEN (UNII: 362O9ITL9D) (ACETAMINOPHEN - UNII:362O9ITL9D) ACETAMINOPHEN250 mg
    ASPIRIN (UNII: R16CO5Y76E) (ASPIRIN - UNII:R16CO5Y76E) ASPIRIN250 mg
    CAFFEINE (UNII: 3G6A5W338E) (CAFFEINE - UNII:3G6A5W338E) CAFFEINE65 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    BENZOIC ACID (UNII: 8SKN0B0MIM)  
    CARNAUBA WAX (UNII: R12CBM0EIZ)  
    CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    FD&C BLUE NO. 1 (UNII: H3R47K3TBD)  
    HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE (UNII: RFW2ET671P)  
    HYPROMELLOSE 2208 (100000 MPA.S) (UNII: VM7F0B23ZI)  
    LIGHT MINERAL OIL (UNII: N6K5787QVP)  
    POLYSORBATE 20 (UNII: 7T1F30V5YH)  
    POVIDONE (UNII: FZ989GH94E)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    SORBITAN MONOLAURATE (UNII: 6W9PS8B71J)  
    STEARIC ACID (UNII: 4ELV7Z65AP)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorWHITE (White) Scoreno score
    ShapeCAPSULE (Capsule shaped tablet) Size18mm
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:53808-0835-130 in 1 BLISTER PACK
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    NDANDA02080201/01/2013
    Labeler - State of Florida DOH Central Pharmacy (829348114)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    State of Florida DOH Central Pharmacy829348114repack(53808-0835)