Extra Strength Headache Relief GELTAB
Drug Facts
Active ingredients (in each geltab)
Acetaminophen 250 mgAspirin 250 mg (NSAID*)Caffeine 65 mg*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purposes
Pain relieverPain relieverPain reliever aid
Uses
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:• headache • a cold • arthritis • muscular aches • toothache • premenstrual and menstrual cramps
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 • rashIf a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Allergy alert: Aspirin 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 geltabs 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) • 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 • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen, aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer• with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
Ask a doctor before use if • you have liver disease• 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 diabetes, gout, or arthritis• any other drug, or are 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• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs• painful area is red or swollen• pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days• fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days• any new symptoms occurThese could be signs of a serious condition.
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.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
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
Directions
• do not use more than directed • drink a full glass of water with each dose• adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 geltabs every 6 hours; not more than 8 geltabs in 24 hours• children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other information
• each geltab contains: sodium 5mg (low sodium) • store at room temperature between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, edible black ink, ethyl cellulose, FD&C blue#1, FD&C blue#1 aluminum lake, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, gelatin, glycerin, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, lactose monohydrate, light mineral oil, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, pregelatinized potato starch, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin
COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS IN EXCEDRIN® EXTRA STRENGTH *See bottom panel
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING
*This product is not manufactured or distributed by GSK Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Excedrin® Extra Strength
DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO.CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202Product of United Arab Emirates
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