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