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Stanback

aspirin and caffeine · Stanback is a central nervous system stimulant (over-the-counter) containing aspirin and caffeine, made by Medtech Products Inc..

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Central Nervous System Stimulant
Route
Oral
Manufacturers
1

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches minor arthritis pain colds temporarily reduces fever

Drug facts

Generic name
aspirin and caffeine
Active ingredients
Aspirin, Caffeine
How it works
Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Dosage forms
Powder
Label holder
Medtech Products Inc.
FDA application
M013
Label updated
01/17/2025

Active ingredients

(in each powder) Aspirin (NSAID*) 845 mg *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Active ingredient (in each powder) Caffeine 65 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Purpose Pain reliever aid

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches minor arthritis pain colds temporarily reduces fever

Directions

Adults and children 12 years of age and over: place 1 powder on tongue every 6 hours, while symptoms persist. Drink a full glass of water with each dose, or may stir powder into a glass of water or other liquid. do not take more than 4 powders in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor. children under 12 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: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives facial swelling shock asthma (wheezing) 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 Caffeine Warning: This product contains caffeine. 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 aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer Ask a doctor before use if 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 Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for diabetes gout arthritis 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 pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present any new symptoms appear ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Do not use

If you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

Ask a doctor before use

If 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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

Taking a prescription drug for diabetes gout arthritis

Stop use and ask a doctor

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 pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present any new symptoms appear ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs These could be signs of a serious condition.

Pregnancy or breastfeeding

Ask a health care professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Inactive ingredients

Docusate sodium, fumaric acid, lactose monohydrate, potassium chloride

Questions?

1-866-255-5197

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Powder65 mg / 845 mgoral1

Manufacturers and labels

1 FDA label

  • Medtech Products Inc.Shown hereM013 · Label 01/17/2025 · NDC 63029-501Full label

Related recalls

FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient

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Stanback: common questions

What is Stanback used for?
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches minor arthritis pain colds temporarily reduces fever
Is Stanback a prescription drug?
No. Stanback is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Stanback?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Back and Body Extra Strength, Bc Cherry, Acetaminophen 250 Mg Aspirin 250 Mg Caffeine 65 Mg, AeroTab Pain Reliever.
Who makes Stanback?
Medtech Products Inc. lists Stanback with the FDA.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 01/17/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice