Label: EXCEDRIN EXTRA STRENGTH HEADACHE (acetaminophen, aspirin- nsaid, caffeine tablet, film coated

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated November 15, 2024

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  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Active ingredients (in each tablet)Purpose
    *
    nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
    Acetaminophen 250 mgPain reliever
    Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID) *Pain reliever
    Caffeine 65 mgPain reliever aid

  • PURPOSE

  • Uses

    • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
      • headache
      • a cold
      • arthritis
      • muscular aches
      • toothache
      • premenstrual and 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.

    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.

    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
    • 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
    • children under 12 years: ask 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, carbuna wax, FD&C no.1, hypromellose, light mineral oil, low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 20, povidine, propylene glycol, simethicone, sorbitan monolaurate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

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  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    Acetaminophen 250mg, Aspiriin 250mg(NSAID) and Caffeine 65mg - NDC 70264-045-01 - Carton Label

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    EXCEDRIN   EXTRA STRENGTH HEADACHE
    acetaminophen, aspirin (nsaid), caffeine tablet, film coated
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:70264-045(NDC:0067-2002)
    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)  
    FD&C BLUE NO. 1 (UNII: H3R47K3TBD)  
    HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)  
    LIGHT MINERAL OIL (UNII: N6K5787QVP)  
    LOW-SUBSTITUTED HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 2165RE0K14)  
    MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    POLYSORBATE 20 (UNII: 7T1F30V5YH)  
    POVIDONE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: FZ989GH94E)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    SORBITAN MONOLAURATE (UNII: 6W9PS8B71J)  
    STEARIC ACID (UNII: 4ELV7Z65AP)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScoreno score
    ShapeCAPSULESize18mm
    FlavorImprint Code E
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:70264-045-0125 in 1 CARTON11/11/2024
    12 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01311/11/2024
    Labeler - R J General Corporation (122542830)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    R J General Corporation122542830repack(70264-045)