FDA Label for Extra Strength Headache Powder
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Extra Strength Headache Powder Product Label
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Active Ingredients
(in each powder):
Acetaminophen 260 mg
Aspirin (NSAID*) 520 mg
Caffeine 32.5 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purposes
Pain reliever
Pain reliever
Pain reliver aid
Uses
temporarily relives minor aches and pains due to:
- headache ▪ minor arthritis pain
- muscular aches ▪ colds
temporarily reduces fever
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 severe allergic reaction which may include:
• hives • facial swelling • shock • asthma (wheezing).
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
- more than 4 powders 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
- 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 non-prescription 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.
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
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 A 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
- you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis the blood thinning drug warfarin.
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- redness or swelling is present
- any new symptoms appear
- ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
feel faint vomit blood have bloody or black stool have stomach pain that does not get better
These could be signs of a serious condition.
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.
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.
Directions:
- do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
- adults and children 12 years and over: place 1 powder on tongue every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Drink a full glass of water with each dose or may stir powder into a glass of water or other liquid.
- do not take more than 4 powders in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.
- Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.
Other Information
- each powder contains: potassium 51 mg
- store below 25°C (77°F)
Inactive Ingredient
lactose monohydrate, potassium chloride
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