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 (NSAID) 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
- adult takes more than
4 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
- child takes more than
3 doses in 24 hours
- taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
- adult has 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if the user:
- has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- takes more or for a longer time than directed
- has 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product
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 a rapid heartbeat.
Do not use
- if the user has ever had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen, 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 the user
- has liver disease
- has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- takes a diuretic
- has not been drinking fluids
- has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea
- is a child with pain of arthritis
- has asthma
Ask a doctor before use if
- a stomach bleeding warning applies to user
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
- users experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
- feel faint
- vomit blood
- has bloody or black stools
- has stomach pain that does not get better
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
- adult's pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
- child's pain gets worse or lasts for more than 5 days
- fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
- redness or swelling is present
- new symptoms occur
If pregnant or breastfeeding,
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. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.