Aspirin
Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient
Aspirin 81 mg (NSAID*)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever / fever reducer
In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately.
Uses
Temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommended by your doctor. To reduce fever.
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, asthma (wheezing), shock.
Stomach Bleeding Warning:This product contains NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if the user:
-Has had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
-Takes a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
-Takes other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
-Takes more or for a longer time than directed
-Is age 60 or older
-Has 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Do not use: if you are allergic to aspirin or other pain relievers / fever reducers. For at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if:
-Stomach bleeding warning applies to user
-user has history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
-User has high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
-User is taking a diuretic
-You have asthma
Ask a doctor of pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis.
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
-User experiences any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feels faint, vomits blood, has bloody or black stools, has stomach pain that does not get better
-An allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help help right away
-New symptoms occur
-Redness or swelling is present
-Pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
-Ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
-You may report side effects to 1-888-952-0050
If p regnant or breast-feeding,ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless specifically directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in unborn child or complications during delivery.
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