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:
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hives
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facial swelling
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asthma (wheezing)
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shock
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
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are age 60 or older
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have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
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if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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for at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if
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stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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you are taking a diuretic
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you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
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you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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feel faint
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vomit blood
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have bloody or black stools
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have stomach pain that does not get better
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pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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redness or swelling is present
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new symptoms occur
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ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
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.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).