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Percogesic (percogesic tablet, coated) Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
  2. Non-opioid Analgesics
  3. Medtech Products Inc.

Generic: magnesium salicylate is used for the treatment of Fever Pain

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PERCOGESIC- magnesium salicylate tablet, coated Medtech Products Inc.

Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.

Percogesic Maximum Strength Backache Relief

Drug Facts

Active Ingredient (in Each Tablet)


Magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate 580 mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (equivalent to 467 mg of magnesium salicylate anhydrous)

Purpose


Pain reliever

Uses


Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with
  • backache
  • muscular aches

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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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
  • right before or after heart surgery

Ask a doctor before use if

  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn, upset stomach or stomach pain
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
  • you have asthma
  • you are taking a diuretic
  • you are on a magnesium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are


taking a prescription drug for
  • gout
  • diabetes
  • arthritis
  • anticoagulation (thinning the blood)

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.

If pregnant or breast-feeding


ask a health professional before use.

Keep


In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions


do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Drink a full glass of water with each dose.

Adults   and   children   12   years   of   age   and   older:  take 2 tablets every 6 hours while symptoms persist.

Children   under   12   years   of   age:  ask a doctor

Other Information

  • store at room temperature  
  • protect from moisture
  • Magnesium content: 40   mg   per   table t

Inactive Ingredients


croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silica, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide

Questions?


1-800-443-4908

Principal


PERCOGIS MAXIMUM STRENGTH BACKACHE RELIEF 48 COATED CAPLETS



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