Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral)
Aspirin and caffeine is a combination medicine used in adults and children at least 12 years old to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains such as headaches, muscle pain, cold, minor arthritis pain, menstrual cramps, and fever or body aches. Aspirin and caffeine is sometimes used in adults to relieve symptoms associated with hangover.
Aspirin and caffeine should not be used as a substitute for sleep.
Aspirin and caffeine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What is Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral) used for?
- Fever
- Pain
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral)?
You should not use aspirin and caffeine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
- an allergy to an NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as Advil, Motrin, Aleve, naproxen, ibuprofen, celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others.
Do not give this medication to a child or teenager with a fever, flu symptoms, or chicken pox. Aspirin and caffeine can cause a condition called Reye's syndrome, which can be serious and sometimes fatal in children.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have or have ever had:
- stomach ulcers or bleeding problems;
- heartburn;
- if you are age 60 or older;
- a habit of drinking more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day;
- heart disease, high blood pressure;
- asthma;
- gout;
- diabetes;
- if you are on a low-salt diet; or
- liver or kidney disease.
This medicine may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
Do not use aspirin and caffeine during pregnancy unless your doctor tells you to. Using an NSAID in the last 20 weeks can harm the unborn baby or cause pregnancy complications.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using aspirin and caffeine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- hearing loss or a ringing in your ears;
- redness or swelling;
- severe nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain;
- nervousness, irritability, rapid heartbeat;
- sleep problems (insomnia);
- fever lasting longer than 3 days;
- pain lasting longer than 10 days; or
- stomach bleeding--bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Less serious side effects may be more likely, or you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not use aspirin and caffeine during pregnancy unless your doctor tells you to. Using an NSAID in the last 20 weeks can harm the unborn baby or cause pregnancy complications.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral)?
Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other medicines for pain, fever, swelling, or cold/flu symptoms. They may contain ingredients similar to aspirin and caffeine (such as ibuprofen, ketoprofen, or naproxen).
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral)?
Use Bayer Rapid Relief (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Aspirin and caffeine is usually taken every 6 hours with a full glass of water.
Taking more than your recommended dose will not make this medicine more effective, and may cause serious side effects.
Take with food if aspirin and caffeine upsets your stomach.
Limit the use of caffeine-containing medications, coffee, tea, cola, energy drinks or other sources of caffeine while taking this product.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using aspirin and caffeine. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Aspirin and caffeine is used when needed. If you are on a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. Do not use two doses at one time.