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Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets

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7.6  Effectiveness
2.1  Side Effects
6.2  Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 2 Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets side effects and 2 Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets benefits.

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 0% 5.4% 92.9% 1.8% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 1.8% 94.6% 3.6% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 0% 96.4% 3.6% 0%
Breathing 0% 1.8% 92.9% 5.4% 0%
Confidence 0% 0% 94.6% 3.6% 1.8%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 0% 96.4% 3.6% 0%
Digestion 0% 1.8% 96.4% 1.8% 0%
Emotional Well-being 1.8% 0% 89.3% 1.8% 7.1%
Energy 0% 8.8% 73.7% 14% 3.5%
Eyesight 0% 1.8% 94.6% 3.6% 0%
Memory 0% 0% 96.4% 0% 3.6%
Mental Clarity 0% 0% 83.9% 12.5% 3.6%
Pain 8.6% 3.4% 53.4% 10.3% 24.1%
Patience 0% 1.8% 89.5% 3.5% 5.3%
Sexual Health 0% 1.8% 96.4% 1.8% 0%
Skin Complexion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Sleep 1.8% 8.8% 75.4% 14% 0%
Stress Level 0% 1.8% 83.9% 7.1% 7.1%
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Commonly Reported Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Allergic Reaction 98.2% 0% 1.8% 0% 0%
Anxiety 91.7% 0% 0% 0% 8.3%
Blurred Vision 91.7% 0% 8.3% 0% 0%
Breathing Difficulties 91.7% 0% 0% 0% 8.3%
Chest Heaviness / Pressure 98% 0% 0% 0% 2%
Cold Symptoms 91.7% 8.3% 0% 0% 0%
Confusion 91.7% 0% 0% 8.3% 0%
Dehydration / Thirst 82.9% 14.3% 2.9% 0% 0%
Depression 88.2% 5.9% 5.9% 0% 0%
Diarrhea 92.9% 0% 7.1% 0% 0%
Dizziness 89.3% 5.4% 3.6% 0% 1.8%
Drowsiness 90.7% 5.6% 1.9% 1.9% 0%
Fatigue 87.5% 8.9% 1.8% 1.8% 0%
Feeling of Warmth 93.6% 4.3% 2.1% 0% 0%
Fever 94.1% 5.9% 0% 0% 0%
Gas 83.3% 0% 16.7% 0% 0%
Headache 96.4% 0% 1.8% 0% 1.8%
Hot Flashes / Flushing 93.9% 4.1% 2% 0% 0%
Increased Urination 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
Insomnia 91.7% 0% 0% 0% 8.3%
Irregular Heartbeat 91.7% 0% 0% 8.3% 0%
Mood Swings 83.3% 8.3% 0% 0% 8.3%
Muscle Cramping 91.7% 0% 0% 8.3% 0%
Nausea 87.5% 10.7% 0% 0% 1.8%
Sensitivity to Light 91.7% 0% 0% 0% 8.3%
Sexual Dysfunction 91.7% 0% 0% 0% 8.3%
Stomach Ache 66.7% 8.3% 16.7% 0% 8.3%
Tingling Sensations 93.9% 6.1% 0% 0% 0%
Unusual Taste in Mouth 97.9% 0% 0% 2.1% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Change in Behavior 95.9% 2% 0% 0% 2%
Change in Weight 98% 0% 0% 2% 0%
Concentration / Focus Problems 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
Confusion 97.6% 2.4% 0% 0% 0%
Difficulty Urinating 95.9% 2% 0% 0% 2%
Dry Mouth 93.9% 4.1% 0% 0% 2%
Eye Pressure 98% 0% 0% 0% 2%
Increased Urination 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Irregular Heartbeat 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
Language Problems 98% 0% 0% 0% 2%
Migraine / Chronic Daily Headaches 95.9% 2% 0% 0% 2%
Numbing Sensation 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Runny Nose 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Thinning / Loss of Hair 95.9% 2% 0% 2% 0%
Ulcer 98% 0% 0% 0% 2%
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Episodes since taking Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets
Since taking Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Auto Accident 1.6%
Blindness 1.6%
Fall 1.6%
Heart attack 1.6%
Hospitalization 1.6%
Seizure 1.6%
Stroke 1.6%
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User Comments about Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets
17 Apr 2012 I strongly recommend Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets, your headache goes away with just a snap of a finger =) its wonderful.. tylenol does NOT work
   —Posted by Big daddyy
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13 Oct 2011 Taking normal excedrin does not work for me but this extra strength does work for me better but not 100% for my migranes.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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18 Sep 2011 excedrin capsules cure just for a little moment then the pain comes back and i vomite. i recomended just to use this product when u have only a severe headache only but if u have a little headache then dont use it.
   —Posted by iris
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07 Sep 2011 works every time!
   —Posted by Anonymous
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03 Sep 2011 When I have really bad menstrual cramps, Excedrin Extra-strength Caplets are the first thing that I grab from my medicine cabinet. I use Excedrin for any pain that needs to be relieved.
   —Posted by iLoveJesusChrist101
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