Aspirin Tablets
DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH TABLET)
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID*)
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
PURPOSE
Pain reliever/fever reducer
USES
Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with
Temporarily reduces fever.
- headache
- minor arthritis
- common cold
- menstrual cramps
- muscular aches
- backache
- toothache
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: Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
Do not use
• if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
Ask a doctor before use if
- 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
taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
- feel faint
- vomit blood
- have bloody or black stools
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
- redness or swelling is present
- any new symptoms appear
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
If pregnant 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 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.
Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
DIRECTIONS
Adults and childre: (12 years and older)
Take 1 or 2 tablets with water every 4 hours as needed. Do not take more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor.
Children under 12 years:
Do not give to children under 12 years of age.
- do not take more than directed
- the smallest effective dose should be used
- do not take longer than 10 days, unlessdirected by a doctor (see Warnings)
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
OTHER INFORMATION
store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
ma contain acetylated monoglycerides, cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, D&C yellow #10 lake, FD&C yellow lake #6, hypromellose, hypromellose phthalate, iron oxide, methacrylic acid, mineral oil, PEG, polydextrose, polysorbate 80, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, propylene glycol, silica, sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, starch, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate, wax.