Label: HEADACHE RELIEF PM- acetaminophen, aspirin, and diphenhydramine citrate tablet, film coated

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

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Updated December 13, 2017

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    Drug Facts

  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Active ingredients (in each caplet)Purposes
    *
    nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
    Acetaminophen 250 mgPain reliever
    Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID) *Pain reliever
    Diphenhydramine citrate 38mgNighttime sleep-aid
  • Uses

    • 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:

    • skin reddening
    • blisters
    • 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:

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

    Liver Warning

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

    • more than 2 caplets 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

    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.
    • with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
    • in children under 12 years of age

    Ask a doctor before use if

    • 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 glaucoma
    • you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
    • you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for:

    • diabetes
    • gout
    • arthritis
    • any other drug, or are under a doctor's care for any serious condition
    • any product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
    • sedatives or tranquilizers

    When using this product

    • drowsiness will occur
    • avoid alcoholic drinks
    • do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery

    Stop use and ask 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
    • sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.
    • pain gets worse or last for more than 10 days
    • painful area is red or swollen
    • ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
    • 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 during the last three 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

    • do not use in children under 12 years of age
    • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets at bedtime, with a full glass of water
    • do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
  • Other information

    • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).
    • close cap tightly after use.
    • read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.
  • Inactive ingredients

    Benzoic acid , calcium carbonate, colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl cellulose, iron oxide yellow, maltodextrin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose Type 101, microcrystalline cellulose Type 112, medium chain triglycerides, Opadry Blue, pregelatinized corn starch, polysorbate 80, povidone K30, stearic acid, talc, zinc stearate

  • Questions or comments

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    DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO.
    200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 Caplet Bottle Carton

    Well at
    Walgreens

    NDC 0363-9894-12

    WALGREENS PHARMACIST RECOMMENDED

    Headache
    Relief PM

    Acetaminophen / Pain Reliever
    Aspirin (NSAID) / Pain Reliever
    Diphenhydramine Citrate / Nighttime Sleep Aid

    • Caffeine free
    • Non-habit forming

    NIGHTTIME

    100 CAPLETS

    Compare to Excedrin ® PM Headache Triple
    Action Formula Caplets active ingredients ‡‡

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    HEADACHE RELIEF PM 
    acetaminophen, aspirin, and diphenhydramine citrate tablet, film coated
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0363-9894
    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
    DIPHENHYDRAMINE CITRATE (UNII: 4OD433S209) (DIPHENHYDRAMINE - UNII:8GTS82S83M) DIPHENHYDRAMINE CITRATE38 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    BENZOIC ACID (UNII: 8SKN0B0MIM)  
    CALCIUM CARBONATE (UNII: H0G9379FGK)  
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE (TYPE H) (UNII: RFW2ET671P)  
    FERRIC OXIDE YELLOW (UNII: EX438O2MRT)  
    MALTODEXTRIN (UNII: 7CVR7L4A2D)  
    MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (UNII: C9H2L21V7U)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)  
    POVIDONE K30 (UNII: U725QWY32X)  
    STEARIC ACID (UNII: 4ELV7Z65AP)  
    TALC (UNII: 7SEV7J4R1U)  
    ZINC STEARATE (UNII: H92E6QA4FV)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorblueScoreno score
    ShapeOVAL (CAPSULE SHAPED) Size18mm
    FlavorImprint Code S521
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:0363-9894-121 in 1 CARTON12/15/2017
    1100 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart34302/15/2016
    Labeler - Walgreens (008965063)
    Registrant - Spirit Pharmaceuticals LLC (179621011)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    MOLECULES DRUGS & RESEARCH LABORATORY PVT. LTD.860240133manufacture(0363-9894)