Anacin Maximum Strength Aspirin Tablets

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Per Tablet: Aspirin (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) 500 mg; Caffeine 32 mg. InActive Ingredients: Corn Starch; Hypromellose; Microcrystalline Cellulose; Polyethylene Glycol; Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Dosage

Do not use more than directed (see overdose warning). Drink a full glass of water with each dose. Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Take 2 tablets every 6 hours; not more than 8 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor. Keep carton for full drug facts. Read all warnings and directions before use. Store at 20 degrees - 25 degrees C (68 degrees - 77 degrees F). Protect from moisture.

Warning

Reyes 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 Reyes syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives; facial swelling; asthma (wheezing); shock. 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 thinner (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. Do not use: if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer. Ask a doctor before use if you have: asthma; ulcers; bleeding problems; stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain; high blood pressure; heart or kidney disease; taken a diuretic; reached age 60 or older. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or non-prescription); taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug; taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis. Stop use and ask a doctor if: an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away; new symptoms occur; 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; painful area is red or swollen; pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days; fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days. 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 heartbeat. 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. Overdose warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.