BACKPRIN (backprin (magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate) 580 mg) Dailymed
Generic: magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate is used for the treatment of Fever Pain
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Otc - Active Ingredient Section
Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Magnesium Salicylate Tetrahydrate (NSAID*) 580 mg
(equivalent to 467.2 mg of anhydrous magnesium salicylate)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Otc - Purpose Section
Purpose
Pain reliever
Indications & Usage Section
Uses
Temporarily relieves minor back pain
Warnings Section
Warnings
Reye's syndrome:
Children and teenagers should not use this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye's Syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with salicylates.
Allergy alert:.
Magnesium salicylate may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
â– hives
â– facial swelling
â– asthma (wheezing)
â– shock
Stomach bleeding warning:
This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:
â– are age 60 or older
â– have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
â– take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
â– take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
â– have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
â– take more or for a longer time than directed
Otc - Do Not Use Section
Do not use if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
Otc - Ask Doctor Section
Ask a doctor before use if
â– stomach bleeding warning applies to you
â– you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
â– you have asthma, high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
â– you are taking a diuretic
Otc - Ask Doctor/pharmacist Section
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you take any drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis
Otc - Stop Use Section
Stop use and ask a doctor if
â– an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical help right away
â– fever worsens or lasts more than 3 days
â– pain worsens or lasts more than 10 days
â– you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools, or stomach pain that does not get better
â– ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
â– new symptoms occur
â– redness or swelling is present
These could be signs of a serious condition.
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding Section
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use magnesium salicylate at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children Section
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
Dosage & Administration Section
Directions
Do not take more than directed.
Adults and children 12 years of age and over:
â– take 2 caplets with a full glass of water every 6 hours while symptoms persist
■do not take more than 8 caplets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
Children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other Safety Information
Other information
â– caplets enclosed in a sealed packet
â– do not use if packet is torn, cut or open
■store at 59° to 86°F (15°-30°C)
â– avoid excessive heat and humidity
Inactive Ingredient Section
Inactive ingredients
hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetin
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