Bufferin Arthritis
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Buffered aspirin equal to 325 mg aspirin (NSAID)nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (buffered with magnesium carbonate, calcium carbonate and magnesium oxide)
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with: headacheminor pain of arthritisbackachetoothachethe common coldmuscular achespremenstrual & menstrual cramps
- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Reye's syndrome
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product.
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
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
Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- shock
- asthma (wheezing)
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
- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have asthma
- you are taking a diuretic
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for
- gout
- diabetes
- arthritis
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if
These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faintvomit bloodhave bloody or black stoolshave stomach pain that does not get better
- an allergic reaction occurs
- symptoms do not improve
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- new symptoms occur
- redness or swelling is present
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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
- adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets with a full glass of water. Dosage may be repeated every 4 hours while symptoms persist. Do not exceed 12 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.
- children under 12 years: do not use unless directed by a doctor
Other information
- each tablet contains: calcium 35 mg and magnesium 40 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
citric acid, corn starch, dibasic sodium phosphate, hydrogenated vegetable oil, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, shellac wax, simethicone, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, titanium dioxide