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 for the temporary relief of ■ backache pain ■ muscle aches and pains ■ minor aches and pains of arthritis
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 ■ shock ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you ■ take more or for a longer time than directed ■ take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ■ are age 60 or older ■ have 3 or more alcohol drinks every day while using this product ■ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ■ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
Dosage & administration
Directions ■ drink a full glass of water with each dose Adults and children (12 years and over): take 2 caplets every 6 hours, not to exceed 8 caplets in 24 hours Children under 12 years: do not use unless directed by a doctor
Active ingredient
Drug Facts Active ingredients (in each caplet) Aspirin (NSAID)* 500 mg Caffeine 32.5 mg *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients corn starch, hypromellose, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate