EXCEDRIN EXTRA STRENGTH PAIN RELIEVER- acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine tablet, film coated
Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc.
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Active ingredients (in each caplet) | Purposes |
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Acetaminophen 250 mg | Pain reliever |
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID
*)
| Pain reliever |
Caffeine 65 mg | Pain reliever aid |
Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- a cold
- arthritis
- muscular aches
- toothache
- premenstrual & menstrual cramps
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 8 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
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 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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking
- a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
- any other drug, or are under a doctor's care for any serious condition
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
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- painful area is red or swollen
- pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
- any new symptoms occur
These could be signs of a serious condition
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.
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.
Directions
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do not use more than directed
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours; not more than 8 caplets in 24 hours
- under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other information
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.
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
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® with the permission of
GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ 07059
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 3 Packet Carton
EXCEDRIN®
EXTRA
STRENGTH
Acetaminophen,
Aspirin (NSAID) and Caffeine
Pain Reliever / Pain Reliever Aid
3 Packets of 2 Caplets
Excedrin ES CVP 4 Count Carton
EXCEDRIN®
EXTRA
STRENGTH
Acetaminophen, Aspirin (NSAID) and Caffeine
Pain Reliever / Pain Reliever Aid
4 Caplets Total
(2) 2ct PACKETS
CVP
HEALTH
Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc.