Ingredient List: Doans Backache Pain Reliever
Ingredients
In each caplet: magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate (580 mg) (nsaid) (equivalent to 467.2 mg of anhydrous magnesium salicylate). purpose: pain reliever, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. inactive ingredients: hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetin.
Allergens
Warnings: reye's syndrome warning: 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 signs of reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: magnesium salicylate may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include: hives; facial swelling; asthma (wheezing); shock. Stomach bleeding: 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. Do not use: if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) or any other pain reliever/fever reducer. Ask a doctor before use if 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 have asthma; you are taking a diuretic. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout; diabetes; arthritis. Stop use and ask a doctor if: you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: vomit blood, feel faint, have bloody or black stools, have stomach pain that does not get better; an allergic reaction occurs (seek medical help right away); new symptoms occur; redness or swelling is present; ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs; pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days; fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days. These could be signs of a serious condition. Pregnancy/breast-feeding warning: if pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use magnesium salicylate 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Other warnings: do not use if carton is opened or if blister unit is torn, broken or shows any signs of tampering. Keep outer package for complete product information.
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