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.
Warnings/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