Salicylamide

What it is used for

Uses

t emporarily relieved minor aches and pains associated with

■ headaches ■ muscular aches ■ minor arthritis pain ■ back pain ■ colds ■ toothache ■ menstrual cramps

Temporarily reduces fever.

What it does

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Adjuvant

Pain reliever/fever reducer

How to take it

Directions

■ do not use more than directed

Adults and children(12 years and older): take 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed with a full glass of water. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 12 years of age: Ask a doctor

While you are taking it

When using this product do not exceed recommended dose

Side effects, and when to stop

Stop use and ask a doctor if

■ 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

■ symptoms do not improve

■ pain or fever gets worse

■ ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs

■ new symptoms occur

Who should not take it

Do not use

■ with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

■ for pain for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor

■for more than 3 days for fever unless directed by a doctor

■ with any other pain reliever/fever reducerl)

What to say before you start

Ask a doctor before use if

■ stomach bleeding warning applies to you

■ you have a history of stomach problems (such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain)

■ you have heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease

■ you have asthma or high blood pressure

■ you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for

■ anticoagulation

■ diabetes

■ gout

■ arthritis

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you have

■ liver disease

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin and salicylamide 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.

Warnings

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 and Salicylamide may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:

■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock

Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:

■ skin reddening ■ blisters ■ rash

If a skin or allergic 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 4,000 mg of acetaminophen 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 nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), 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

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

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning:

Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Active ingredient

Active ingredients (in each tablet)

Aspirin (NSAID)* 162 mg

Caffeine 32.4 mg

Salicylamide (NSAID)* 152 mg

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug