Drug class
Central Nervous System Stimulant [EPC]; Methylxanthine [EPC]; Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor [EPC]; Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors [MoA]
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: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include: •hives •facial swelling •shock •asthma (wheezing) 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. 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 heartbeat.
Overdose
Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Dosage & administration
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 under 12 years: ask a doctor
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each caplet) Purposes Acetaminophen 250 mg Pain reliever Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ) Pain reliever Caffeine 65 mg Pain reliever aid
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients benzoic acid, carnauba wax, FD&C blue #1, hypromellose, light mineral oil, low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 20, povidone, propylene glycol, simethicone, sorbitan monolaurate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide