About acetaminophen + caffeine + acetyl salicylic acid
Combination analgesic and caffeine
Used for
- Relief of migraine headaches
- Relief of tension headaches and other minor aches
Usual adult dose
Adults: 2 caplets with water every 6 hours as needed; maximum 8 caplets in 24 hours.
Usual dose in children
Not for children under 12 years. Ages 12–15: follow package directions; avoid if possible during viral illness.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset, heartburn, or nausea
- Nervousness, restlessness, or trouble sleeping
- Dizziness
- Allergic reactions or bleeding
Important warnings
- Do not combine with other paracetamol, aspirin, or caffeine products.
- Avoid with stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, aspirin allergy, or severe liver disease.
- Avoid aspirin in children and teenagers with viral illness because of Reye syndrome risk.
- Excessive use can cause medication-overuse headaches and serious liver damage.
Pregnancy
Avoid, especially from 20 weeks onward; aspirin may harm the fetus, and late-pregnancy use can cause complications.
Breastfeeding
Ask a healthcare professional before use; aspirin and caffeine may affect the infant.
Interactions
- Warfarin and other blood thinners: increased bleeding risk
- Other NSAIDs or aspirin: increased stomach bleeding risk
- Methotrexate: increased toxicity risk
- Other paracetamol-containing medicines: increased liver damage risk
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.