Excedrin Migraine

Excedrin Migraine is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is ACETAMINOPHEN, ASPIRIN, AND CAFFEINE. It is labelled by Select Consumer Group taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 85237-1871, application NDA020802, label effective 20260703. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing ACETAMINOPHEN, ASPIRIN, AND CAFFEINE are most often described in connection with: treats migraine. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Use treats migraine

Directions do not use more than directed adults: take 2 caplets with a glass of water if symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor under 18 years of age: ask a doctor

Warnings Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Allergy alert: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you are age 60 or older have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed Medication overuse headache warning: Headaches may worsen if this product is used for 10 or more days per month. Caffeine warning: The recommended dose of this product contains about as much caffeine as a cup of coffee. Limit the use of caffeine-containing medications, foods, or beverages while taking this product because too much caffeine may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, and, occasionally, rapid heart beat. Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen, aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. Ask a doctor before use if you have never had migraines diagnosed by a health professional you have a headache that is different from your usual migraines you have the worst headache of your life you have fever and stiff neck you have headaches beginning after or caused by head injury, exertion, coughing or bending you experienced your first headache after the age of 50 you have daily headaches you have a migraine so severe as to require bed rest you have liver disease stomach bleeding warning applies to you you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease you are taking a diuretic you have asthma you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers you have vomiting with your migraine headache Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for: diabetes gout arthritis under a doctor’s care for any serious condition taking any other drug taking any other product that contains aspirin, acetaminophen, or any other pain reliever/fever reducer Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint vomit blood have bloody or black stools have stomach pain that does not get better your migraine is not relieved or worsens after first dose new or unexpected symptoms occur ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

3 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. A match means the firm or product name appears in the enforcement report; confirm lot numbers and dates against the official FDA notice before acting.

What is Excedrin Migraine used for?
Use treats migraine

Who makes Excedrin Migraine?
Select Consumer Group is the labeler of record for Excedrin Migraine.

What form does Excedrin Migraine come in?
administered by oral. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is Excedrin Migraine prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Has Excedrin Migraine been recalled?
3 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. Review the recall and safety notices section on this page and confirm lot numbers against the official FDA enforcement report.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.