Exaprin Side Effects

Generic name: acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine / salicylamide

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 19, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Exaprin Side Effects associated with acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine / salicylamide. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Exaprin.

Applies to acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine / salicylamide: oral tablet.

Serious side effects of Exaprin

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.
• Signs of bleeding like throwing up or coughing up blood; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; blood in the urine; black, red, or tarry stools; bleeding from the gums; abnormal vaginal bleeding; bruises without a cause or that get bigger; or bleeding you cannot stop.
• A heartbeat that does not feel normal.
• Fever or chills.
• Very bad dizziness or passing out.
• Feeling confused.
• Feeling very tired or weak.
• Very bad belly pain.
• Ringing in ears.
• Hearing loss.
• Fast breathing.
• Sweating a lot.
• Very bad headache or if headache is not better after the first dose.
• Pain for more than 10 days.
• Fever for more than 3 days.
• A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.

Other side effects of Exaprin

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Stomach pain or heartburn.
• Upset stomach or throwing up.
• Not hungry.
• Diarrhea.
• Dizziness.
• Feeling sleepy.
• Headache.
• Flushing.
• Dry mouth.
• Feeling nervous and excitable.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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Further information

Exaprin side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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