Tastes awful, but works within 15 minutes for my oncoming migraines. Note, it doesn't help when I have a full blown migraine, but when I can feel one coming on, I take one packet of BC powder and it alleviates all issues 90% of the time.
How many BC powders can I take in a day?
Adults and children 12 years of age and over: Place one (1) powder on tongue every six (6) hours, while symptoms persist. Drink a full glass of water with each dose, or you may stir powder into a glass of water or other liquid. Do not take more than four (4) powders in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor.
What happens if you take BC powder everyday?
Adverse effects of chronic use of BC powder include gastrointestinal symptoms like heart burn, nausea, peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, esophageal ulcerations, and hematologic side effects like hypoprothrombinemia and thrombocytopenia. Bleeding from the nose and gums have been reported rarely.25 Feb 2020
Does BC powder reduce inflammation?
Over-the-counter pain medications, such as aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen are routinely recommended to relieve minor pain and reduce inflammation. Try BC® Powder Original Formula or Arthritis Strength BC® Powder for fast pain relief. In more severe cases, consult your doctor for treatment.
How long does it take BC powder to start working?
Love this stuff. Tastes awful, but works within 15 minutes for my oncoming migraines. Note, it doesn't help when I have a full blown migraine, but when I can feel one coming on, I take one packet of BC powder and it alleviates all issues 90% of the time.
Is BC powder good for pain?
BC Powder Arthritis Pain Reliever works fast to relieve minor aches and pains due to arthritis, headaches, muscle aches and toothaches.
What is BC powder equivalent to?
Each BC® powder pack is 1 dose, typically the equivalent of 2 pills of other pain relief brands like Advil®, Tylenol® and Excedrin®.
Does Dollar General have BC Powder?
It can be taken in a variety of ways, most commonly mixed into water or soda. BC is sold almost exclusively in the American South, where it is acknowledged to have a cult following; outside that region, the Dollar General chain carries BC Powder nationwide.
Is BC Powder and Goody's the same?
The principal components of one BC Powder packet are aspirin (845 mg) and caffeine (65 mg) while one Goody's Powder packet consists of aspirin (520 mg), acetaminophen (260 mg), caffeine (32.5 mg), and potassium (60 mg).
Does BC powder help with pain?
The best pain relief is prevention, but if you do get back pain, know that you can turn to BC® Powder for relief. Our BC® Original contains aspirin, which acts as an anti-inflammatory agent to help relieve back and body pain.