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 sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert : Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include: ◾ hives ◾ facial swelling ◾ asthma (wheezing) ◾ shock 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 ulcer 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 Do not use ◾ if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer Ask a doctor before use if ◾ stomach bleeding warning applies to you ◾ you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn ◾ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease ◾ you are taking a diuretic ◾ you have asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for ◾ gout ◾ diabetes ◾ arthritis 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 ◾ redness or swelling is present ◾ fever lasts more than 3 days ◾ new symptoms occur ◾ 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. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.