Extra Strength Backache Relief (magnesium salicylate 580 mg) Dailymed
Generic: magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate
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Active Ingredients (in Each Caplet)
Magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate 580 mg (NSAID)*(equivalent to 467.2 mg of anhydrous magnesium salicylate)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugÂ
Purpose
Pain RelieverÂ
Uses
- for the temporarily relief of minor backache painÂ
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: Magnesium salicylate may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains 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 directedÂ
Do not use
- Â 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 diureticÂ
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for
- gout
- diabetes
- arthritisÂ
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
- feel faint
- have bloody or black stools
- vomit blood
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
- new symptoms occur
- 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
- redness or swelling is present
These could be signs of a serious condition.Â
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.Â
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.Â
Directions
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- adults: 2 caplets every 6 hours, not to exceed 8 caplets in 24 hours
- children under 12 years: do not use u nless directed by a doctorÂ
Other Information
- each caplet contains: magnesium 50 mg
- store at controlled room temperature 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
- see end flap for expiration date and lot numberÂ
Inactive Ingredients
hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetinÂ
Questions Or Comments?
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COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN EXTRA STRENGTH DOAN'S® â€
Extra Strength Backache ReliefMagnesium SalicylateTetrahydrate 580 mg Pain Reliever
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†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., owner of the registered trademark Extra Strength Doan's®.50844    ORG081033822
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IFÂ CARTON IS OPENED OR IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, Â BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING
DISTRIBUTED BY:FAMILY DOLLAR SERVICES, INC.10401 MONROE RD,MATTHEWS NC 38105 USA
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