topcare headache formula
Topco Headache Formula Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each tablet)
- Purpose
- topcare headache formula Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- topcare headache formula Other information
- Inactive ingredients
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Acetaminophen 250 mg
Aspirin 250 mg (NSAID)*
Caffeine 65 mg
*nonsteriodal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever
Pain reliever aid
topcare headache formula Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- headache
- muscular aches
- sinusitis
- arthritis
- a cold
- toothache
- premenstrual and menstrual cramps
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 tablets 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
When using this product
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.
Do not use
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- if you are allergic to aspirin
- with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for
- diabetes
- gout
- arthritis
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
- redness or swelling is present
- any new symptoms occur
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs
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 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. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- do not use more than directed (see Liver warning)
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 6 hours; do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
topcare headache formula Other information
store at 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF)
Inactive ingredients
carnauba wax, crospovidone, FD&C blue no. 1 lake, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose**, povidone, propylene glycol, saccharin sodium, starch, stearic acid, titanium dioxide **may contain this ingredient
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Headache Formula
Acetaminophen, Aspirin (NSAID)/Caffeine
Pain Reliever
Pain Reliever Aid
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