Drug class
Anti-Inflammatory Agents; Non-Steroidal [CS]; Central Nervous System Stimulant [EPC]; Central Nervous System Stimulation [PE]; Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors [MoA]; Decreased Platelet Aggregation [PE]; Decreased Prostaglandin Production [PE]; Methylxanthine [EPC]; Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor [EPC]; Xanthines [CS]
Uses
Uses Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ headache ■ a cold ■ arthritis ■ muscular aches ■ toothache ■ premenstrual and menstrual cramps
Warnings
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 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 geltabs 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 occasional rapid heartbeat.
Dosage & administration
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 geltabs every 6 hours; not more than 8 geltabs in 24 hours ■ children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient (in each softgel) Acetaminophen 250 mg Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)* Caffeine 65 mg *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, edible black ink, ethyl cellulose, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, gelatin, glycerin, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, lactose monohydrate, light mineral oil, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized potato starch, purified water, pvpk-30, sorbitol sorbitan solution, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin