Aspirin 81 mg Enteric Coated Tablets
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Active Ingredients (in each tablet) Purpose
Aspirin 81 mg (NSAID)* ........................................ Pain reliever
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
- temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommended by your doctor. Because of its delayed action, this product will not provide fast relief of headaches or other symptoms needing immediate relief.
- ask your doctor about other uses for 81 mg Aspirin
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:
- hives
- shock
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
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 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 diabetes, gout, or arthritis
- under a doctor's care for any serious condition
- taking any other drug
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Seek medical help right away.
These could be sign of a serious condition
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
- feel faint
- have bloody or black stools
- vomit blood
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- an allergic reaction occurs.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
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.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
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. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- adults and children 12 years and over: take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours; not to exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
- children under 12 years: consult a doctor
Other information
- store at room temperature 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)
- read all product information before using.
- Keep this box for important information
- TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING
Inactive ingredients
Anhydrous Lactose, Carnuba Wax Colloidal Sillicon Dioxide, Crosscarmellose Sodium,FD&C Yellow #10 al lake, FD&C Yellow#6 al Lake, Iron Oxide Ochre, Methacrylic acid copolymer, Micro crystalline cellulose, Polysorbate 80, simethiocone, sodium hydroxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate