Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen)

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Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen) is typically used 1 or 2 tablets taken by mouth every 6 hours (no more than 12 tablets should be taken in a 24-hour period). However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. This drug should be taken with a full glass of water. It may be taken with or without food.

WARNING: Chronic excessive use of alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage due to acetaminophen, even when acetaminophen is used at normal doses. If you drink 3 or more alcoholic beverages per day your risk of severe or possibly fatal liver damage is increased. Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are common ingredients in many non-prescription medications for cold and flu, pain, arthritis, and fever. Check the product label on all medications you are taking to make sure you are not exceeding the recommended dose of either medication. An overdose of acetaminophen can lead to potentially fatal liver damage.

In addition to its desired action, Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen) may cause some side effects, notably:
It may cause fast or pounding heartbeat, abnormal dreams, vision changes (e.g., blurred vision, itching eyes). 
It may cause signs of clotting problems (e.g., unusual nosebleeds, bruising, blood in urine, coughing blood, bleeding gums, cuts that don't stop bleeding). 

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or any ingredients of the medication. Do not take Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen) is you are allergic to other anti-inflammatory drugs, are in the third trimester of pregnancy (after 28 weeks), have any disorders affecting blood formation, have a bleeding disorder or bleeding in the brain, have an active peptic ulcer, a history of recurring ulcers, or an active inflammatory disease of the digestive system (such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis), have severely reduced kidney function or kidney disease, have severely reduced liver function or liver disease, have high levels of potassium in the blood, have systemic lupus erythematosus, have severe, uncontrolled heart failure, have recently had heart surgery or are having heart surgery in the near future, are an alcoholic or regularly drink large amounts of alcohol. Do not give Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen) to children or adolescents under 18 years of age.

Taking Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. There is no available data regarding the harm of Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen) for the fetus, therefore it is not recommended to use it. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor.Combogesic (Acetaminophen Ibuprofen)