Active ingredients (in each caplet)
ACETAMINOPHEN 250 MG
ASPIRIN 250 MG (nsaid-nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
CAFFEINE 65 MG
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
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • rash
• skin reddening • blisters If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
• more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • 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 • 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) • are age 60 or older
• 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.
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
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
- taking 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
- 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 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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact
a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Prompt 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
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours; not more than 8 caplets in 24 hours
- children under 12: ask a doctor
