Excedrin Excedrin Migraine Caplets - 100 Caplets
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Excedrin Migraine Caplets - 100 Caplets
Treats migraine.
Directions: Do not use more than directed. Adults: take 2 caplets with a glass of water. If symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor. Do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor. Under 18 years of age: Ask a doctor. Store at 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F). Read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.
Active Ingredients: Acetaminophen 250 mg; Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID*); Caffeine 65 mg. *Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive Ingredients: Carnauba Wax; Crospovidone; FD&C Blue #1 Aluminum Lake; Hypromellose; Microcrystalline Cellulose; Povidone; Pregelatinized Starch; Propylene Glycol; Saccharin Sodium; Stearic Acid; Titanium Dioxide
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 2 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 and 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: If you have ever had an allergic reaction to 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 never had migraines diagnosed by a health professional; You have a headache that is different from your usual migraines; You have the worst headache of your life; You have fever and stiff neck; You have headaches beginning after or caused by head injury, exertion, coughing or bending; You experienced your first headache after the age of 50; You have daily headaches; You have a migraine so severe as to require bed rest; 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; You have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers; You have vomiting with your migraine headache. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: Taking a prescription drug for: anticoagulation (thinning of the blood), diabetes, gout, arthritis; Under a doctor's care for any serious condition; Taking any other drug; Taking any other product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer. 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: feel faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools, have stomach pain that does not get better; Your migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose; New or unexpected symptoms occur; Ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs. 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 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.