Excedrin menstrual pain relief gelcaps, complete express gels

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

Muscular aches.
Premenstrual and menstrual cramps.
Headache.
Backache.

Excedrin menstrual gelcaps temporarily relieves these symptoms associated with menstrual periods: water-weight gain, bloating, swelling, full feeling.

INGREDIENTS:

Active Ingredients

Acetaminophen - 250 mg Pain Reliever, Aspirin (NSAID) - 250 mg Pain Reliever, Caffeine - 65 mg Diuretic, Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug.

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.

DIRECTIONS:

Do not use more than directed. Drink a full glass of water with each use.

Adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 gelcaps every 4-6 hours, not more than 8 gelcaps in 24 hours.

Children under 12 years: ask a doctor.

WARNINGS:

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.

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 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product, 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). Take more or for a longer time than directed.

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.

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

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.