Hmmm

I was in the store reading the back of a box of pamprin...
Anyway, I guess I had a funny look on my face cause dh asked if something was the matter. He didn't understand my question.

Can anyone else see why I was puzzled???

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Drug Facts[/font] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Active ingredients (in each caplet)[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Purpose[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Acetaminophen 500 mg[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Pain reliever[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Pamabrom 25 mg[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Diuretic[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Pyrilamine maleate 15 mg[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Antihistamine[/font]

[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Uses
for the temporary relief of these symptoms associated
with menstrual periods:
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]cramps
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]headaches
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]bloating
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]backaches
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]water-weight gain
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]muscular aches
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[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Warnings[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Alcohol warning: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, as your doctor whether you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage.
Cross-dosing warning: Do not use with other acetaminophen containing products.
Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious health problems. In case of an overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
[/font] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Ask a doctor before use if you have
[/font] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]glaucoma
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland[/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]
[/font] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]When using this product[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] • [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]you may get drowsy
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]avoid alcoholic beverages[/font]
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] • [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]use caution when driving or operating machinery
• [/font][font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]excitability may occur, especially in children[/font] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Stop use and ask a doctor if pain persists for more than 10 days. This could be a sign of a serious condition.[/font]

difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

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Well..ummm that would be my guess...

Originally Posted by Ali012281

• difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

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I'm guessing this is it?

either the prostate thingie or excitement in children...what kid is gonna be taking stuff for menstrual cramps?

the prostate thing!!! Women don't even have these LOL

I'm seriously baffled as to why a male would take a PMS pill

The manufacturers are avoiding any suits (sp?) from misuse of product.

Men PMS, too - they just don't admit it.

That's just a standard legal warning, like the one on birth control pills: "Do not take, if pregnant". It was written by a lawyer, not a medical or pharmaceutical professional.

hehe kinda like the "do not use while sleeping" warning on hair dryers?

Originally Posted by ilovejoelyo

hehe kinda like the "do not use while sleeping" warning on hair dryers?

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Or do not use when in the bathtub. Most manufacturers cover their backside in every way possible with warnings, especially with medicines.

Originally Posted by Ali012281

the prostate thing!!! Women don't even have these LOL

I'm seriously baffled as to why a male would take a PMS pill

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Good point! You'd be surprised though...the guys at work used to take them to get a buzz off them lol they'd rack up in the first aid! lol
They make zittery and nasueated!

yea there's a site with a whole list of stupid warnings for products. http://rinkworks.com/said/warnings.shtml

Originally Posted by PoisonGirl

yea there's a site with a whole list of stupid warnings for products. http://rinkworks.com/said/warnings.shtml

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Sadly, I'm sure that some of these warnings are reactive rather than proactive.

Yes, sadly...you know the warnings came about for a reason.....someone actually TRIED it first.

Haha.. .there are actually people who DO find ways around stuff like that....

for example... a man and his wife bought an RV to go camping with... well.... the RV contained a GPS map thing (so you can plan your trip and track your progress) and also cruise control. The man set cruise control on, and turned on the mapping showing where he had to go. Satisfied, he leaned back and went to sleep. Moments later the RV went off the road and crashed. Both people were unharmed, but the Man surprisingly sued the company for damages to the RV. He aruged that the manual did not say the cruise control or the GPS or both combined would NOT get him to his destination by themselves, so the fault was not his. And I believe he ended up winning the court battle and was payed quite a hefty sum.

The story might not be as exact as the one I heard because it was a while ago... but there are some sneaky ways people can get around and do stuff like this. This was on an internet site my mom's boyfriend found a while ago.. he just printed this and some others out though so I dont know the addy.

Edit: Haha.. this one on that labels site is really funny.. Warning: Do not climb inside this bag and zip it up. Doing so will cause injury and death." -- A label inside a protective bag (for fragile objects), which measures 15cm by 15cm by 12cm.

"Beware! To touch these wires is instant death. Anyone found doing so will be prosecuted." -- On a sign at a railroad station

"Warning! This is not underwear! Do not attempt to put in pants." -- On the packaging for a wristwatch.