Excedrin Tension Headache

Uses .

[ acetaminophen ]

analgesic for reducing pain; antipyretic for reducing fever

[ caffeine ]

methylxanthine stimulant for enhancing analgesia

Dosing .

12 yo and older

[ oral tablet ]

Dose: 2 tabs PO q6h prn; Max: 6 tabs/24h; 4 g/day acetaminophen from all sources

renal considerations

[ acetaminophen; caffeine ]

renal impairment: consider alternatives, dose adjustment not possible w/ fixed-dose combo

HD/PD: consider alternatives, dose adjustment not possible w/ fixed-dose combo

hepatic considerations

[ acetaminophen; caffeine ]

hepatic impairment: consider alternatives, dose adjustment not possible w/ fixed-dose combo