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Backache Aid (magnesium salicylate 580 mg) Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
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    • May Be Discontinued
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  3. L&R Distributors, Inc.

Generic: magnesium salicylate

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Active Ingredient (in Each Caplet)


Magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate 580 mg (NSAID)*(equivalent to 467.2 mg of anhydrous magnesium salicylate)

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug 

Purpose


Pain reliever 

Use


for the temporary relief of minor backache pain 

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:
  • take more or for a longer time than directed
  • 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
  • are age 60 or older 

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:
    • 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
  • 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. 

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. 

Keep out of reach of children.


In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. 

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 unless directed by a doctor 

Other Information

  • each caplet contains: magnesium 50 mg
  • store at 25ºC (77ºF); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
  • see end flap for expiration date and lot number 

Inactive Ingredients


hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetin 

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NDC 15127-448-24

Extra StrengthBackache Aid Magnesium Salicylate Tetrahydrate 580 mg (NSAID) PAIN RELIEVER

Relieves Backache Pain

†Compare to the Active Ingredient of Extra Strength Doan's®

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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           REV0512C33808

Distributed by: SELECT BRAND® DISTRIBUTORS Pine Bluff, AR 71603  USAAC (870) 535-3635

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF CARTON IS OPENED OR IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING

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