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: Salicylates (NSAIDs) may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
- hives
- skin reddening
- rash
- facial swelling
- shock
- asthma (wheezing)
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 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
Do not use
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to salicylates (including aspirin) or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- unless you have time for a full night's sleep
- in children under 12 years of age
- with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
- if you have sleeplessness without pain
Ask a doctor before use if
- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems such as heartburn, upset stomach, stomach pain, or ulcers
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease
- you are taking a diurectic
- you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- you have asthma
- you have glaucoma
- you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking sedatives or tranquilizers, or any other sleep-aid
- under a doctor's care for any continuing medical illness
- taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis
When using this product
- drowsiness will occur
- avoid alcoholic drinks
- do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery
- take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- vomit blood
- have bloody or black stools
- symptoms do not improve
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- fever gets worse or lasts 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 salicylates (NSAIDs) 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.