warnings
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 signs of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy Alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include hives asthma (wheezing) shock facial swelling Stomach Bleeding Warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if your child has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take a blood-thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, others) takes more or for a longer time than directed Do not use if the child has ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever / fever reducer for at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery Ask a doctor before use if stomach bleeding warning applies to your child child has a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn child has not been drinking fluids child has lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting and diarrhea child has high blood pressure, heart disease, lever cirrhosis, or kidney disease child is taking a diuretic child has asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis taking any other drug under a doctor’s care for any serious condition Stop use and ask a doctor if child experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feels faint vomits blood has bloody or black stools has stomach pain that does not get better pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days any new symptoms appear redness or swelling is present in the painful area ringing in the ears or a 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.