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Excedrin® Extra Strength


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Drug Facts


OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Acetaminophen 250 mgPain reliever
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) Pain reliever
Caffeine 65 mgPain reliever aid

Uses

  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headachea coldarthritismuscular achestoothachepremenstrual & 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:

If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

  • skin reddening
  • blisters
  • rash

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 caplets 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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

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

These could be signs of a serious condition

  • an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faintvomit bloodhave bloody or black stoolshave stomach pain that does not get betterringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurspainful area is red or swollenpain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 daysfever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 daysany new symptoms occur

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

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 and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours; not more than 8 caplets in 24 hours
  • under 12 years: ask a doctor

Other information

  • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
  • read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.

Inactive ingredients

benzoic acid, carnauba wax, FD&C blue #1, hypromellose, light mineral oil, low-substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 20, povidone, propylene glycol, simethicone, sorbitan monolaurate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide


SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Packaged and distributed by Lil' Drug Store Products, Inc. with the permission of GSK Consumer Healthcare


Excedrin Extra Strength - 6 Caplet Pouch Carton, Lil' Drug Store - PDP/Package

EXCEDRIN®

EXTRA STRENGTH

Acetaminophen, Aspirin (NSAID) and Caffeine Pain Reliever / Pain Reliever Aid

6 Caplets 3 PACKETS OF 2 CAPLETS

Lil' Drug Store ®


Excedrin Extra Strength 4ct, TRAVEL BASIX - PDP/Package

EXCEDRIN

EXTRA

STRENGTH

Acetaminophen, Aspirin (NSAID) and Caffiene

Pain Reliever / Pain Reliever Aid

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4

Caplets Total

(2) 2ct Packets

[TRAVEL BASIX logo]


Excedrin Extra Strength, 4ct CVP HEALTH - PDP/Package

EXCEDRIN

EXTRA

STRENGTH

Acetaminophen, Aspirin (NSAID) and Caffiene

Pain Reliever / Pain Reliever Aid

[caplets image]

4

Caplets Total

(2) 2ct Packets

[CVP HEALTH logo]