Bufferin Regular Strength 325 mg 100 Coated Tablets

DRUG FACTS

Active Ingredient (in each tablet)

Buffered aspirin equal to

*Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Inactive ingredients: Anhydrous citric acid, Corn starch, dibasic sodium phosphate anhydrous, hydrogenated vegetable oil, hypromellose, microcrystalline,cellulose, polyethylene gylcol, propylene glycol, shellac wax, simethicone, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, titanium dioxide

USES

i.) Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with:

• Headache
• Minor pain of arthritis
• Backache
• Toothache
• The common cold
• Muscular aches
• Premenstrual & menstrual cramps

ii.) Temporarily reduces fever

DIRECTIONS:

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 or 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 drgs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
• Have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day when 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

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 are taking a diuretic
• You have asthma

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

• Gout
• Diabetes
• Arthritis

Stop use and ask doctor if:

• An allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• You experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:       i.) Feel faint                                                                  ii.) Vomit blood                                                              iii.) Have bloody or black stools                                        iv.) Have stomach pain that does not get better
• Ringing in the ears or a 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               
• New symptoms occur                                                          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 aspirin 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 (1-800-222-1222).

OTHER INFORMATION:

Store at 20-25º C (68-77ºF)

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