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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 of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Aspirin (NSAID) may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: • hives • skin reddening • facial swelling • rash • asthma (wheezing) • shock • blisters If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Liver Warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: • more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours • 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) • 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 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. • for pain for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor • for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor • if you ever have had an allergic reaction to any other pain relievers/ fever reducers • right before or after heart surgery • if you are taking prescription drugs for gout, diabetes, or arthritis 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 Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • taking the blood thinning drug warfarin • under a doctor’s care for any serious condition • taking any other drug When using this product • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs Stop use and ask a 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 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 • redness or swelling is present in the painful area • any new symptoms appear If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care 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 right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.