Arthriten Inflammatory Pain Formula

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: 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 8 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
• with other products containing acetaminophen
• 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 (anti-coagulant) 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.

Do not use

• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• with any other drug 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

• stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease
• you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis
• taking any other drug.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present.
• ringing in the ears or hearing loss occurs.
• any new symptoms occur
• you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
• • you feel faint
  • vomit blood
  • have bloody or black stools
  • have stomach pain that does not get better