Uses
• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: • headache • a cold • arthritis • muscular aches • sinusitis • 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. 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 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 heartbeat.
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
• any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or non-prescription) • a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis • any other drug,
or are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition • a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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 appear. 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 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.
Overdose warning:
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). 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 (see Overdose warning) • drink a full glass of water with each dose • adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 6 hours; not more than 8 tablets in 24 hours • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other Information
• store at controlled room temperature 20°-25° C (68°-77° F) • read all product information before using
