warnings
Warnings: Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers should not use this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with aspirin. Allergy Alert-Do not use: • if you are allergic to aspirin or any other salicylate • If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer Liver Warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: • more than 8 tablets in 24 hours • with other drugs containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using with other drugs if you are not sure. • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Stomach Bleeding Warning: This product contains nonsteroidal antiinflammatory dugs (NSAIDs), which may cause 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 an NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others). • Take more or for a longer time than directed Do not use: • if you are allergic to aspirin • with any other pain reliever/fever reducer • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer • for pain for more than 10 days or for fever for more than 3 days unless directed by a doctor • with any other product containing acetaminophen Ask doctor before using if you have: • asthma • stomach problems (such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain) • gastric ulcers • bleeding problems Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for: • anticoagulation (thinning of blood) • diabetes • gout • arthritis. When using this product do not exceed recommended dose. Stop use and ask a doctor if: • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs • pain or fever persists or gets worse • new symptoms occur • redness or swelling is present