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Acetaminophen, Asprin, Caffeine

OTC Oral RxCUI 209468
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine
Established class
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor; Central Nervous System Stimulant; Methylxanthine
Mechanism class
Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Physiologic effect
Decreased Prostaglandin Production; Decreased Platelet Aggregation; Central Nervous System Stimulation
Chemical structure
Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal; Xanthines
Route
Oral
Label date
2024-01-28

Indications and usage

Use treats migraine

Purpose

s Pain reliever Pain reliever Pain reliever aid

Dosage and administration

Directions do not use more than directed adults: take 2 geltabs with a glass of water if symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor do not take more than 2 geltabs in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor under 18 years of age: ask a doctor

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 rash 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: hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 2 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 Medication overuse headache warning: Headaches may worsen if this product is used for 10 or more days per month. 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 never had migraines diagnosed by a health professional you have a headache that is different from your usual migraines you have the worst headache of your life you have fever and stiff neck you have headaches beginning after or caused by head injury, exertion, coughing or bending you experienced your first headache after the age of 50 you have daily headaches you have a migraine so severe as to require bed rest 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 problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers you have vomiting with your migraine headache Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for: diabetes gout arthritis under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug taking any other product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer 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 your migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose new or unexpected symptoms occur ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs 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.

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 or pharmacist before use if

Ask a doctor before use if you have never had migraines diagnosed by a health professional you have a headache that is different from your usual migraines you have the worst headache of your life you have fever and stiff neck you have headaches beginning after or caused by head injury, exertion, coughing or bending you experienced your first headache after the age of 50 you have daily headaches you have a migraine so severe as to require bed rest 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 problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers you have vomiting with your migraine headache

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for: diabetes gout arthritis under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug taking any other product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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 your migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose new or unexpected symptoms occur ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs

Pregnancy or breast-feeding

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.

Active ingredient (label)

s (in each GelTab) Acetaminophen 250 mg Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID*) Caffeine 65 mg *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Inactive ingredients

s benzoic acid, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, disodium EDTA, FD&C blue #1, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, ferric oxide, gelatin, glycerin, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, lactose monohydrate, light mineral oil, maltitol solution, medium-chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, pepsin, polysorbate 20, povidone, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, simethicone emulsion, sorbitan monolaurate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

Keep out of reach of children

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.