GENERIC NAME: SALICYLAMIDE/ACETAMINOPHEN/PHENYLTOLOXAMINE CAPSULES - ORAL (sal-ih-SILL-uh-mide/APAP/FEN-ill-toll-OX-uh-meen)
BRAND NAME(S): Anabar, Cetazone T, Dolorex, Ed-Flex, Lobac
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This combination product is used for the temporary relief of mild to moderate pain and discomfort.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, as needed, usually every four hours; or as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than 8 capsules per day of this medication (4 capsules per day for children 8 to 12 years of age). Do not take this medication for more than 10 days without your doctor's approval. This medication contains acetaminophen. Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Effects section).
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, drowsiness, dizziness, or dryness of mouth, throat or nose may occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these serious side effects: blurred vision, irregular heartbeat, easy bleeding or bruising, ringing in the ears, loss of coordination, seizures, difficulty urinating, persistent sore throat, fever. If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams). If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, breathing trouble (bronchial asthma), ulcers, bleeding problems (coagulation), any allergies (especially to aspirin). This drug contains a medication similar to aspirin. Children and teenagers should not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza, or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Limit alcoholic beverages while taking this medication. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. This product may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol and this medicine may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. This product contains acetaminophen. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may increase your risk for liver damage. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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