Excedrin Extra Strength Acetaminophen, Aspirin (NSAID), and Caffeine ACETAMINOPHEN ACETAMINOPHEN ASPIRIN ASPIRIN CAFFEINE CAFFEINE BENZOIC ACID CARNAUBA WAX CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE DIMETHICONE 410 FD&C BLUE NO. 1 HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE (TYPE H) HYPROMELLOSE 2910 (15 MPA.S) LIGHT MINERAL OIL POLYSORBATE 20 POVIDONES PROPYLENE GLYCOL SORBITAN MONOLAURATE STEARIC ACID TITANIUM DIOXIDE White E
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel Excedrin E.S. Tablets
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Overview
Uses • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: • headache • a cold • arthritis • muscular aches • sinusitis • toothache • premenstrual & menstrual cramps
Indications & Usage
Uses • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: • headache • a cold • arthritis • muscular aches • sinusitis • toothache • premenstrual & menstrual cramps
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 tablets every 6 hours; not more than 8 tables in 24 hours • children under 12 years: ask a doctor Other information • store at controlled room temperature 20 0 - 25 0 C (68 0 - 77 0 F) • read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information
Warnings & Precautions
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 Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 8 tables 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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 an NSAID (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 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 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 • high blood pressure • you have asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use • any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) • a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug • 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 doctor if • an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. • you experience any of the following signs os 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 appear 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 Overdose Warning 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.
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever Pain reliever Pain reliever aid
Do Not Use
Do not use • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to 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.
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask doctor if • an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. • you experience any of the following signs os 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 appear
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children
Questions
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