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Bayer Headache Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Aspirin 500mg, caffeine 32.5mg; per caplet.
Pharmacological Class
Analgesic + salicylate.
How Supplied
Caplets—50, 100
Manufacturer
Bayer Headache Indications
Indications
Migraine.
Bayer Headache Dosage and Administration
Adult
≥12yrs: 2 caplets with a glass of water every 6hrs; max 8 caplets/24hrs.
Children
<12yrs: consult physician.
Bayer Headache Contraindications
Contraindications
NSAID allergy. Varicella, vaccinia in children and teenagers.
Bayer Headache Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Bayer Headache Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Reye's syndrome. Persistent or unresponsive headache. Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. Asthma. Peptic ulcer. GI bleeding disorders. Liver cirrhosis. Hepatic or renal impairment. Discontinue if signs/symptoms of GI bleed, migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose, tinnitus, loss of hearing, new or unexpected symptoms develop, or severe skin reactions (eg, skin reddening, blisters, rash) occur. Headaches may worsen if used for ≥10 days per month. Elderly (≥60yrs). Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks): not recommended. Nursing mothers.
Bayer Headache Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Bayer Headache Interactions
Interactions
May potentiate anticoagulants, hypoglycemics, methotrexate. May antagonize uricosurics. Increased risk of liver toxicity and/or GI bleed with ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day or concomitant other drugs containing NSAIDs. Caution with diuretics, corticosteroids.
Bayer Headache Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
GI upset/bleed, prolonged bleeding time, urticaria, anaphylaxis; overdosage: salicylism, hepatoxicity.
Bayer Headache Clinical Trials
See Literature
Bayer Headache Note
Not Applicable
Bayer Headache Patient Counseling
See Literature
