Questions and answers

Is Excedrin on the market?

Is Excedrin on the market?

Do we still make Excedrin®? Yes, we still make Excedrin®. We experienced a temporary supply issue with Excedrin® Extra Strength and Migraine products, which has since been resolved. We are pleased to share that we have started shipments of Excedrin® Extra Strength and Migraine products to retailers.

What is a good substitute for Excedrin?

These non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are possible Excedrin Migraine alternatives that may help you cope with the pain of a migraine:

  • Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
  • Naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn)
  • Aspirin.

Can you get Excedrin over the counter?

Excedrin Migraine is an OTC medication, so you’ll be able to find generic and store-brand versions that contain the same ingredients as the name-brand Excedrin but at a lower cost.

Is there a recall on Excedrin 2020?

GSK Consumer Health issued the recall for five types of Excedrin products toward the end of December 2020. Consumers should immediately check Excedrin bottles to see if there is a hole at the bottom. If there isn’t a hole, the consumers can keep the over-the-counter medicine, according to the recall.

Why is Excedrin bad?

Acetaminophen, one of the drugs in Excedrin Migraine, can cause severe liver damage. You have a higher risk of liver damage if you take Excedrin Migraine and do any of the following: use more than the maximum daily amount (two caplets in 24 hours) take other products that contain acetaminophen.

Is ibuprofen the same as Excedrin?

That’s because ibuprofen and the aspirin in Excedrin Migraine are both the same type of drug: NSAIDs. We talked about the risks involved with NSAIDs above. Doubling up on these medications can increase your risk of those side effects, without providing any additional migraine-treating benefits.

What is the difference between Tylenol and Excedrin?

Both Excedrin® and TYLENOL® temporarily relieve minor aches and pains. TYLENOL®, which contains acetaminophen, can be a more appropriate option for those with stomach problems than Excedrin®, which contains a combination of the active ingredients, acetaminophen, aspirin and caffeine.

Can you take Excedrin everyday?

Acetaminophen, one of the drugs in Excedrin Migraine, can cause severe liver damage. You have a higher risk of liver damage if you take Excedrin Migraine and do any of the following: use more than the maximum daily amount (two caplets in 24 hours)

Is Excedrin the same as ibuprofen?

Who should not take Excedrin?

high blood pressure. heart attack within the last 30 days. abnormal heart rhythm. an ulcer from too much stomach acid.

When to call your doctor about Excedrin side effects?

Stop using Excedrin and call your doctor at once if you have: severe anxiety, agitation, confusion, panic; easy bruising or bleeding; a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out; if you feel very thirsty or hot, are unable to urinate, and have heavy sweating or hot and dry skin;

Is it safe to take Excedrin for migraines?

No two migraines are the same. Find out more about the symptoms, treatments, and science behind migraine types so you can live a better, pain-free life. Doctor-recommended and effective OTC migraine treatment with a proven safety profile. Research-demonstrated effectiveness makes Excedrin a trusted leader in head pain relief.

What is the difference between Excedrin and caffeine?

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow. Excedrin is used to treat pain caused by tension headaches, migraine headaches, muscle aches, menstrual cramps, arthritis, toothaches, the common cold, or nasal congestion.

Are there any brand names for Excedrin pain relievers?

Generic Name: acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine (ah SEET a MIN oh fen, ASP i rin, and KAF een) Brand Names: Anacin Advanced Headache Formula, Arthriten, Backaid IPF, Excedrin, Goody’s Headache Powders, Pain Reliever Plus, Pamprin Max.