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Percogesic Backache Relief Pain Reliever Coated Caplets - 48 CT

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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 tablet.

 

Description

Percogesic® Backache Relief Pain Reliever. Maximum strength. Magnesium salicylate 580mg (NSAID)*. 48 coated caplets**. **Capsule shaped tablets.

Other Description

Uses: Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with: Backache. Muscular aches. Questions? 1-800-443-4908. Keep carton for complete information. percogesic.com. ©2014 Medtech Products Inc.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet) - Purpose: Magnesium Salicylate Tetrahydrate 580mg (NSAID)* - Pain Reliever. *Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (Equivalent to 467mg of Magnesium Salicylate Anhydrous). Inactive Ingredients: Croscarmellose Sodium, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica, Stearic Acid, Talc, Titanium Dioxide.

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

Distributor

Medtech Products Inc
Tarrytown, NY 10591
1-800-443-4908
percogesic.com

UPC

00375137212108