Excedrin, Tension Headache, 100 Caplets

Excedrin, Tension Headache, 100 Caplets Description

• Asprin Free
• Acetaminophen and Caffeine
• Pain Reliever/Pain Reliever Aid

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

• Headache
• Muscular Aches

Suggested Use

• 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.
• Children under 12 years: ask a doctor.

IngredientsDrug FactsActive Ingredients (in each caplet)PurposesAcetaminophen 500 mg
Pain Reliever
Caffeine 65 mg
Pain Reliever aid
Inactive IngredientsBenzoic acid, d&c red no. 27 aluminum lake, fd&c blue no. 2 aluminum lake, fd&c yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide.
Warnings

Stop use and ask a doctor if 

• 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 

These could be signs of a serious condition. 

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.

• Store at 20-25'ÑÉ (68-77F) 
• Close cap tightly after use.
• Read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.

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. 

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take 

• More than 6 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.

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 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