Excedrin Migraine Pain Reliever / Pain Reliever Aid Caplets

Treats migraine

Active ingredients (in each caplet)

• Acetaminophen 250 mg
• Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)
• Caffeine 65 mg
• nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Inactive ingredients: carnauba wax, crospovidone, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, preglatinized starch, propylene glycol, saccharin sodium, stearic acid, titanium dioxide.

Do not use more than directed. Adults: take 2 caplets with a glass of water. If symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor. Do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor. Under 18 years of age: ask a doctor.

Reye's syndrome:Children and teenagers who have or arerecovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not usethis product. When using this product, if changes in behavior withnausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because thesesymptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare butserious illness.

Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction whichmay include:

hives

facial swelling

asthma (wheezing)

shock

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

more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum dailyamount

with other drugs containing acetaminophen

3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, whichmay 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

Caffeine warning: The recommended dose of this product containsabout as much caffeine as a cup of coffee. Limit the use ofcaffeine-containing medications, foods, or beverages while takingthis 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:

anticoagulation (thinning of the blood)

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 beforeuse. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctorbecause it may cause problems in the unborn child or complicationsduring delivery.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medicalhelp or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medicalattention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you donot notice any signs or symptoms.