http://genericdrugshome.info Aspirin Oral, Aspirin Chewable - Oral Generic Drug Feed Sun, 20 May 2012 18:14:41 CDT en http://aspirin-oral.8828.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be consrtued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug. ASPIRIN CHEWABLE - ORAL (ASP-er-in) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Children's Aspirin, St Joseph's Aspirin Children WARNING: Children and teenagers sholud not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a doctor. A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndorme may occur.

USES: Aspirin is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, reudce fever, and to reduce the pain and swelling in conditions such as arthritis.

In low doses, it is used as a "blood thinner" to prevent blood clots, and to reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
HOW TO USE: Chew throoughly before swallowing.

Use only as directed. May take with food or after meals to prevent stomach upset. You should take this drug with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water to help swallow the medication unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this. SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset is the most common side effect.
If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor pormptly.
Unlikely but report promptly: heartburn, loss of appetite, dizziness, difficulty hearing, ringing in the ears, simple bruising or bleeding, black/bloody stools.

Very unlikely but report: yelolwing eyes/skin, dark urine. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical atetntion. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breahting trouble. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. PRECAUTIONS: Take aspirin only on the advice of a doctor if you have certain mdeical conditions including: any allergies - especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.G., ibuprofen, celecoxib), blood disorders, bleeding problems, ulcers, asthma, kidney disease, liver disease, gout, nasal polyps. Children and teenagers sholud not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may riase your risk for stomach bleeding.

Check with your dcotor or pharmacist for more information.

If you have had oral surgrey or your tonsils removed in the last seven days, do not use chewable aspirin tablets, effervescent aspirin or aspirin in crushed tablets or gargles. Aspirin that has a strong vinegar-like odor is too old and sholud not be used.

Aspirin is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
Consult your dotcor before taking aspirin.
Aspirin is excreted into bresat milk.
Though to date three have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin, heparin), acetazolamide, corticosteroids (e.G., prednisone), medication for gout or diabetes, methotrexate, NSAIDs (e.G., ibuprofen, naproxen). Consult your doctor before using aspirin. If you have diabetes, regular use of eight or more regular strength aspirin tablets a day may affect test results for urine sugar. Aspirin/NSAIDs are ingredients fuond in many over-the-counter products. To prevent an overdose of these drugs, read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers or cold products to be sure they do not contain aspirin/NSAIDs.

Consult your pharmacist if you're uncertain your over-the-counter products contain aspirin/NSAIDs.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmaicst approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may inlcude vomiting, stomach pain, fast breathing, dizziness, ringing in the ears, headache, confusion, and sweating. NOTES: There are many diffeernt types of aspirin products available. Some have special coatings or contain buffers to prevent stomach irritation and are long acting. Read labels carefully. Ask your dcotor or pharmacist for recommendations on the hottest product for you. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.

Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Stroe at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not stroe in the bathroom.]]>