Excedrin Tension Headache Caplets (24 count)

Product Summary

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to headaches and muscular aches.

Key Features

• Fast and effective pain relief
• Relief of tension headaches
• Trusted brand

Directions

Read all product information before using.

Tamper-evident bottle: Do not use if the inner foil seal imprinted with "sealed for your protection" is broken or missing.

• Do not use more than directed (see overdose warning).
• Adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours; not more than 8 caplets in 24 hours.
• Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.

Keep this box for important information.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredients (per caplet): Acetaminophen 500 mg (formulated with 65 mg Caffeine)
• 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

Warnings and Restrictions

Allergy alert:

Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening, blisters, or a 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 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.

Alcohol warning:

If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers.

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 heartbeat.

Do not use this product if:

• you have ever had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer containing acetaminophen (prescription or non-prescription).
• 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, or medical help right away if:

• an allergic reaction occurs
• the painful area is red or swollen
• if the pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
• if a fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
• if any new symptoms occur

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding

• ask a health care professional before use.

Overdose:

Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems including serious liver damage.

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.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68-77°F).

Keep out of the reach of children.

Other information

Customer services:

• Company Name: GSK Consumer Healthcare
• Return to: GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ, 07059.

Questions or comments?

• Telephone helpline: 1-800-452-0051
• Web Address: Visit www.excedrin.com