Doans
Magnesium salicylate · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each caplet) Magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate 580 mg (NSAID) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (equivalent to 467.2 mg of anhydrous magnesium salicylate)
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever
Uses
Use for the temporary relief of minor backache pain
Warnings
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 Magnesium salicylate may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include: hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock 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 Do not use if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) or any other pain reliever/fever reducer. Ask a doctor before use if you have asthma 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 Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes 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: vomit blood feel faint have bloody or black stools have stomach pain that does not get better ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use magnesium salicylate at 20 weeks or later in 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
Do not use if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin) or any other pain reliever/fever reducer.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have asthma 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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes arthritis
Stop use and ask a doctor
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: vomit blood feel faint have bloody or black stools have stomach pain that does not get better ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days new symptoms occur redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use magnesium salicylate at 20 weeks or later in 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
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.
Directions
Directions drink a full glass of water with each dose adults and children 12 years and over: 2 caplets every 6 hours, not to exceed 8 caplets in 24 hours children under 12 years: do not use unless directed by a doctor
Other information
Other information each caplet contains: magnesium 45 mg store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, triacetin
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-790-6417
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. (revised Apr 24, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Magnesium Salicylate in 2 products
Doans NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55741-600 | Magnesium Salicylate 580 mg/1 Tablet | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55741-224 | Magnesium Salicylate 580 mg/1 Tablet | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
Frequently asked questions
What is Doans used for?
Use for the temporary relief of minor backache pain
Who makes Doans?
Doans is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc..