BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Generic Name for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Aspirin 742mg, caffeine 38mg, salicylamide 222mg; per powder; contains potassium 65mg/powder.
Legal Classification:
OTC
Pharmacological Class for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Salicylate.
Manufacturer of BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals
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Indications for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Minor arthritis pain.
Adult dose for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Place powder on tongue and follow with liquid; or may stir into glass of water or other liquids. 1 powder every 3–4 hours; max: 4 powders/24 hours.
Children's dosing for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Not recommended.
Contraindications for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
NSAID allergy. Viral infection in children and teenagers. 3rd trimester pregnancy.
Precautions for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
History of asthma or peptic ulcer. Severe hepatic or renal dysfunction. Bleeding disorders. Diabetes. Gout. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Interactions for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
Potentiates anticoagulants, hypoglycemics, methotrexate, acetazolamide, valproic acid, highly protein-bound drugs. Urinary alkalinizers, antacids, corticosteroids may increase excretion. May antagonize ACE inhibitors, β-blockers, diuretics, uricosurics. Increased bleeding risk with NSAIDs or chronic, heavy alcohol use. NSAIDs increase risk of renal dysfunction. Additive effects with other caffeine-containing products.
Adverse Reactions for BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH
GI upset/bleed, prolonged bleeding time, anaphylaxis, salicylism.
How is BC ARTHRITIS STRENGTH supplied?
Powder—6, 24, 50
Related Disease:
Arthritis~NSAIDs