Excedrin Pm Triple Action Caplets

Excedrin Pm Triple Action Caplets

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Questions & Answers

Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

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 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

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

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.

● with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin

● in children under 12 years of age

Ask a doctor before use if

● 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 glaucoma

● you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis

● you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking

● a prescription drug for:

● diabetes

● gout

● arthritis

● any other drug, or are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition

● any product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

● sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

● drowsiness will occur

● avoid alcoholic drinks

● do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery

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

● sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.

● pain gets worse or last for more than 10 days

● painful area is red or swollen

● ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs

● any new symptoms occur

These could be signs of a serious condition

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last three 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.

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.

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.

● with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one used on skin

● in children under 12 years of age

Ask a doctor before use if

● 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 glaucoma

● you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis

● you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking

● a prescription drug for:

● diabetes

● gout

● arthritis

● any other drug, or are under a doctor’s care for any serious condition

● any product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

● sedatives or tranquilizers

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

● sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 2 weeks. Insomnia may be a symptom of a serious underlying medical illness.

● pain gets worse or last for more than 10 days

● painful area is red or swollen

● ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs

● any new symptoms occur

These could be signs of a serious condition

Legal Issues

There is currently no legal information available for this drug.

FDA Safety Alerts

There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.

Manufacturer Warnings

There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.

FDA Labeling Changes

There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.

Uses

● for the temporary relief of occasional headaches and minor aches and pains with accompanying sleeplessness

History

There is currently no drug history available for this drug.

Other Information

There are no additional details available for this product.

Excedrin Pm Triple Action Caplets Manufacturers


  • Novartis Consumer Health, Inc.
    Excedrin Pm Triple Action Caplets (Acetaminophen, Aspirin (Nsaid) And Diphenhydramine Citrate) Tablet, Coated [Novartis Consumer Health, Inc.]

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