Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredients (in each caplet)
Acetaminophen 250 mg
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)*
Caffeine 65 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Wal-mart Stores Inc for the product Extra Strength Headache Relief (NDC 79903-044). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.
This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding otc - active ingredient, otc - purpose, indications & usage, warnings, otc - do not use, otc - ask doctor, otc - ask doctor/pharmacist, otc - stop use, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.
Active ingredients (in each caplet)
Acetaminophen 250 mg
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)*
Caffeine 65 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever
Pain reliever
Pain reliever aid
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: 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.
Do not use
Ask a doctor before use if
• 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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
• taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
• taking any other drug or are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
Stop use and ask a doctor if
feel faint
have bloody or black stools
vomit blood
have stomach pain that does not get better
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
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Prompt 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 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) excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
• use by expiration date on package
Inactive ingredients carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, pregelatinized starch, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide
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