Does excedrin have any possible side effects?

Q: I have labile hypertension. I avoid caffeine but I take 3-4 Excedrin a day for neck pain relief. Is this amount of Excedrin harmful?

A: You did not specify the type of Excedrin you take so I am assuming you take the Extra Strength product. Two pills contain 65 mg of caffeine so you are consuming the equivalent of 2 cups of coffee. The amount you are taking does not exceed the recommended dosing. However, regular exercise has been shown to help with pain, even in people with severe arthritis. Talk to your doctor about an exercise program designed to help with your neck pain.