Drug Facts
Excedrin PM Headache
Active ingredients (in each caplet)
Acetaminophen 250 mg
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID*)
Diphenhydramine citrate 38 mg
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purposes
Pain Reliever
Pain Reliever
Nighttime sleep-aid
Uses
- •for the temporary relief of occasional headaches and minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness
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.
Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
- •skin reddening
- •blisters
- •rash
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.
- •with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin
- •in children under 12 years of age
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
- •you have glaucoma
- •you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- •you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking
- •a prescription drug for:odiabetesogoutoarthritis
- •any other drug, or are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
- •any product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- •sedatives or tranquilizers
When using this product
- •drowsiness will occur
- •avoid alcoholic drinks
- •do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery
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:ofeel faintovomit bloodohave bloody or black stoolsohave stomach pain that does not get better
- •sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.
- •pain gets worse or last for more than 10 days
- •painful area is red or swollen
- •ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
- •any new symptoms occur
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last three 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. 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
- •do not use in children under 12 years of age
- •adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets at bedtime, with a full glass of water
- •do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
Other information
- •store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).
- •close cap tightly after use.
- •read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.
Inactive ingredients
benzoic acid, calcium carbonate, FD&C blue#1 aluminum lake, hydroxypropyl cellulose low substituted, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, medium-chain triglycerides, polydextrose, polysorbate 80, povidone, pregelatinized corn starch, silicified microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, yellow iron oxide, zinc stearate
Excedrin Tension Headache
Active Ingredients (in each caplet)
Acetaminophen 500 mg
Caffeine 65 mg
Purposes
Pain reliever
Pain reliever aid
Uses
muscular aches
- •temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to: oheadache
Warnings
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take
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
- •skin reddening
- •blisters
- •rash
Do not use
- •if you are allergic to acetaminophen
- •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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Stop use and ask a doctor if
These could be signs of a serious condition
- •any new symptoms occur
- •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
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
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
children under 12 years: ask a doctor
- •do not use more than directed
- •adults and children 12 years and over; take 2 caplets every 6 hours; not more than 6 caplets in 24 hours
Other information
read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.
- •store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- •close cap tightly after use
Inactive Ingredients
benzoic acid, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide