Extra Strength Excedrin^® Express Gels^® Product Information

Drug Facts

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Active ingredients (in each gelcap) Purposes
Acetaminophen 250 mg ………………………………………………………………………………………..Pain reliever
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)^* …………………………………………………………………………………….....Pain reliever
Caffeine 65 mg ……………………………………………………………………………………………...Pain reliever aid
^*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

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Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • headache      • a cold            • arthritis         • muscular aches
    • sinusitis         • toothache     • premenstrual & menstrual cramps

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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 gelcaps in 24 hours
• with other drugs containing acetaminophen
• 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 an NSAID (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 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.

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Do not use
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using with other drugs if you are not sure.

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Ask a doctor before use if you have
• liver disease
• stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain
• ulcers
• bleeding problems
• high blood pressure
• heart or kidney disease
• taken a diuretic
• reached age 60 or older
• asthma

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Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking:
• any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or nonprescription)
• a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
• any other drug, or are under a doctor's care for any serious condition

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Stop use and ask a doctor if
• an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding.
• stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts
• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
• pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
• painful area is red or swollen
• any new symptoms appear

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If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 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.

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Directions

• do not use more than directed
• drink a full glass of water with each dose
• adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 gelcaps every 6 hours; not more than 8 gelcaps in 24 hours
• children under 12 years: ask a doctor

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Other information

• store at controlled room temperature 20^°-25^°C (68^°-77^°F)
• read all product information before using. Keep this box for important information.

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Inactive ingredients

benzoic acid, D&C red # 28, D&C yellow #10, FD&C green #3, gelatin, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, light mineral oil, microcrystalline cellulose, pepsin, polysorbate 20, povidone, propylene glycol, simethicone emulsion, sorbitan monolaurate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

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