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Excedrin Tension Headache (ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE)

Excedrin Tension Headache (ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Excedrin Tension Headache; Generic name: ACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE; Drug class: Central Nervous System Stimulant [EPC].

Brand nameExcedrin Tension Headache
Generic nameACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINE
Drug classCentral Nervous System Stimulant [EPC]
ManufacturerHaleon US Holdings LLC
Used forUses • temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to: • headache • muscular aches
DosageDirections • do not use more than directed • adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours; not more than 6 caplets in 24 hours • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
WarningsWarnings Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take • more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount • with other drugs containing acetaminophen • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Caffeine warning: The recommend
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredients (in each caplet) Acetaminophen 500 mg Caffeine 65 mg
RouteORAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=12c074d1-81ac-47d2-8747-b018cda0058a

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