What happens if I overdose Iralgesic?
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include dark urine; excessive sweating; extreme fatigue; irregular heartbeat; low blood pressure; stomach pain; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Proper storage of Iralgesic:
Store Iralgesic at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Iralgesic out of the reach of children and away from pets.
Overdose of Iralgesic in details
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine.
Notes
Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) does not cause the stomach and intestinal ulcers that NSAIDs such as Aspirin (Iralgesic), ibuprofen, and naproxen may cause. However, Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) does not reduce swelling (inflammation) like the NSAIDs do. Consult your doctor for more details and to see which medication might be right for you.
Missed Dose
If you are using this medication on a regular basis and miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from heat. If the room temperature is above 80 degrees F (27 degrees C), then store the medication in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
What should I avoid while taking Iralgesic?
Avoid taking other over-the-counter or prescription medications that contain Aspirin (Iralgesic); salicylates (forms of Aspirin (Iralgesic)) such as magnesium and/or choline salicylate (Magan, Doan's, Bayer Select Backache Pain Formula, Mobidin, Arthropan, Trilisate, Tricosal) and salsalate (Disalcid); and NSAIDs such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Nuprin, others), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Anaprox, others), indomethacin (Indocin), ketoprofen (Orudis KT, Orudis, Oruvail), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), and others. Combined with Aspirin (Iralgesic), these medicines can be dangerous.
Do not drink alcohol during treatment with Iralgesic. Together, alcohol, Acetaminophen (Iralgesic), and Aspirin (Iralgesic) can be damaging to the liver and stomach. If you drink more than three alcoholic beverages a day, talk to your doctor before taking Iralgesic.
Read the labels on other prescription and over-the-counter medicines you are taking to determine the amount of Acetaminophen (Iralgesic), Aspirin (Iralgesic), or Caffeine (Iralgesic) they contain. Do not take more than one product that contains Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) or Aspirin (Iralgesic) in the same day, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
This product contains about as much Caffeine (Iralgesic) as a cup of coffee. Limit the use of Caffeine (Iralgesic)-containing beverages, foods, and medications while taking this product. Too much Caffeine (Iralgesic) may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, and a rapid heartbeat.
Tell your doctor and dentist that you are taking Aspirin (Iralgesic), especially if you need to undergo a surgical procedure. Aspirin (Iralgesic) may prolong bleeding.
Iralgesic warnings
This medication should not be given to a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. The Aspirin (Iralgesic) found in this medicine can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye’s syndrome in children. You should not use this composition if you are allergic to Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) (Tylenol), Aspirin (Iralgesic), or Caffeine (Iralgesic), or if you have liver disease, stomach or intestinal bleeding, a history of asthma or severe allergic reaction to Aspirin (Iralgesic) or an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug).
Do not use the medicaition without first talking to your doctor if you drink more than three alcoholic beverages per day or if you have had alcoholic liver disease (cirrhosis). You may not be able to use Acetaminophen (Iralgesic).
Ask a doctor or pharmacist about using this medication if you have asthma or seasonal allergies, fever with a stiff neck, a stomach ulcer or pain, heartburn, a bleeding or blood clotting disorder, diabetes, or gout.
Do not use more than it is recommended. An overdose of Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) can cause serious harm. The maximum amount of Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) for adults is 1 gram (1000 mg) per dose and 4 grams (4000 mg) per day.
Stop using the medication and call your doctor at once if you have any symptoms of liver damage or bleeding in your stomach or intestines. Symptoms of liver damage include nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Symptoms of stomach bleeding include weakness or fainting, bloody or tarry stools, and coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Alcohol may increase your risk of stomach bleeding while taking Aspirin (Iralgesic), or liver damage while taking Acetaminophen (Iralgesic). Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, pain, menstrual symptom, or fever medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist. Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) (sometimes abbreviated as "APAP"), Aspirin (Iralgesic), and Caffeine (Iralgesic) are contained in many combination medicines. If you use certain products together you may accidentally use too much of a certain drug.
If you take this medication to treat headache pain, seek medical attention if you have:
a headache so bad you have to lie down;
a headache that causes vomiting;
what feels like the worst headache you’ve ever had;
a headache that seems different from your usual headaches;
a headache every day;
a headache after coughing, bending, exercising, or head injury;
if you have never had migraines diagnosed by a doctor; or
if you are having your first headache after age 50.
Aspirin (Iralgesic) may be harmful to an unborn baby’s heart, and may also reduce birth weight or have other dangerous effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while you are taking the medicine. Aspirin (Iralgesic), Acetaminophen (Iralgesic), and Caffeine (Iralgesic) can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Iralgesic?
Do not drink alcohol during treatment with Iralgesic. Together, alcohol, Acetaminophen (Iralgesic), and Aspirin (Iralgesic) can be damaging to the liver and stomach. If you drink more than three alcoholic beverages a day, talk to your doctor before taking Iralgesic.
Before taking Iralgesic, tell your doctor if you
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have an allergy to or have had problems after taking Aspirin (Iralgesic);
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have an allergy to or have had problems after taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, others), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Anaprox, others), indomethacin (Indocin), ketoprofen (Orudis KT, Orudis, Oruvail), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), and others;
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drink more than three alcoholic beverages a day;
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have never had migraines diagnosed by a doctor;
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have a headache that is different from or more severe than your usual migraines;
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have daily headaches;
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have a headache following or caused by a head injury, exertion, coughing, or bending;
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experienced your first headache after age 50;
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have an ulcer or bleeding in the stomach;
- have liver disease;
- have kidney disease;
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have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder (e.g., hemophilia);
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have high blood pressure;
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have gout;
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have asthma;
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have nasal polyps; or
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have anxiety problems or insomnia.
You may not be able to take Iralgesic or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
It is not known whether Iralgesic will be harmful to unborn baby. However, it is known that Aspirin (Iralgesic) taken during pregnancy may affect an unborn baby's heart, reduce birth weight, and have other dangerous effects on the unborn baby. Do not take Iralgesic without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Iralgesic may affect a nursing baby. Do not take Iralgesic without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not use Iralgesic to treat a child or teenager who has a fever, flu symptoms, or chicken pox without first talking to the child's doctor. In children younger than 18 years of age, Aspirin (Iralgesic) may increase the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but often fatal condition.
Iralgesic precautions
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to Acetaminophen (Iralgesic) or antihistamines; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD), glaucoma, heart disease, high blood pressure, liver disease, stomach/intestinal problems (such as blockage, constipation, ulcers), overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), urination problems (such as trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate, urinary retention).
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Liquid products may contain alcohol, sugar, and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
Caution is advised when using this drug in children because they are more sensitive to the effects of antihistamines. In young children, this drug may cause agitation and excitement instead of drowsiness.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, especially dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, constipation, or trouble urinating. Dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion can increase the risk of falling.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This drug may pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
What happens if I miss a dose of Iralgesic?
Since Iralgesic is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
References
- DailyMed. "CAFFEINE; ERGOTAMINE TARTRATE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- DailyMed. "ASPIRIN; DIPYRIDAMOLE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- DailyMed. "ACETAMINOPHEN; ASPIRIN; CAFFEINE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
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