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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: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Allergy alert: Aspirin (NSAIDs) 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 8 tablets 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 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 a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) • take more or for a longer time than directed • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day 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, rapid heart beat. Do not use • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. • If you ever have had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen, aspirin or any other pain relievers/fever reducers Ask a doctor before use if • stomach bleeding warning applies to you • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease • you are taking a diuretic • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn • you have asthma • you have liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • if you are taking prescription drug for gout, diabetes, or arthritis • taking any other drug, or under a doctor’s care for any serious condition 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 pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs painful area is red or swollen any new symptoms occur These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health care professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin at 20 weeks or later in 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.