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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: Allergy alert: Magnesium Salicylate may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: ■ hives ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ facial swelling ■ shock ■ skin reddening ■ rash ■ blisters 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. 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. 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) • Have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product • Take more or for a longer time than directed 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 heartbeat. Do not use ■ with any other product containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. ■ if you are allergic to aspirin or salicylates ■ for more than 10 days for pain unless directed by a doctor ■ for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor ■ for children under 3 years of age unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if ■ stomach bleeding warning applies to you ■ you have liver disease, high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, asthma or kidney disease ■ you are taking a diuretic ■ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for ■ anticoagulation (thinning of the blood) ■ diabetes ■ gout ■ arthritis When using this product do not exceed recommended dose. Stop use and ask doctor if ■ 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 ■ symptoms do not improve ■ pain or fever persists or gets worse ■ new symptoms occur ■ redness or swelling is present ■ ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. 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 required for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.