HEB Effervescent Pain Relief

(in each effervescent tablet)

Buffered aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

(in each effervescent tablet)

Buffered aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*. . . . . . . . . . Pain reliever/fever reducer

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

■ for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to:

■ headache ■ muscle pain ■ backache

■ toothache ■ menstrual pain ■ colds

■ minor arthritis pain

■ temporarily reduces fever

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: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ■ hives ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ shock

Stomach bleeding warning: 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 aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

■ 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 are taking a diuretic ■ you have asthma ■ you have a sodium-restricted diet

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for

■ diabetes ■ gout ■ arthritis

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage

Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding

■ feel faint ■ vomit blood ■ have bloody or black stools

■ have stomach pain that does not get better

■ an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.

■ pain lasts for more than 10 days or gets worse

■ fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

■ new symptoms occur

■ redness or swelling is present

■ ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin 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.

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

■ do not exceed recommended dosage

■ to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before taking

adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor - do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours

60 years and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor - do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours

children under 12 years: consult a doctor

Take this product any time – morning, noon or night – when you need relief from headaches, backaches, body aches or muscle pain.

Place two (2) tablets in 4 oz. of water. Dissolve tablets completely.

You do not have to drink any of the residue that may be on the bottom of the glass. The medicines are in the water.

■ each tablet contains: sodium 524 mg

■ store at room temperature (59º-86ºF). Avoid excessive heat.

anhydrous citric acid, sodium bicarbonate

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