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Aspirin 81mg Enteric Coated

Generic: Aspirin

OTC
NSAID✓ FDA-verified
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Aspirin 81mg Enteric Coated is a medication used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, but it won't provide quick relief for headaches or other symptoms that need immediate attention. It works by reducing inflammation and pain in the body. Adults and children aged 12 and older should take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours, with a maximum of 48 tablets in a 24-hour period, while drinking a full glass of water with each dose. It's important to avoid using this medication if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever, and it should not be given to children or teenagers recovering from chickenpox or flu-like symptoms due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. Additionally, if you are taking blood thinners, such as warfarin, you should consult a doctor before using this medication.

Uses

  • temporary relief of minor aches and pains.

Dosage

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.
Drink a full glass of water with each dose.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

Side effects

Common

facial swellingasthmashockStomach bleeding: feel faintvomit bloodbloody or black stoolsstomach painPain that lasts more than 10 daysFever that lasts more than 3 daysNew symptoms occurringing in the earsor loss of hearing

Serious

Possible allergic reactions: hives
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Do not use if allergic to aspirin or any pain reliever.
  • Children and teenagers recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product.
  • Consult a doctor if you have a history of stomach problems, high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease.
  • Do not take if you are using blood thinners or other NSAIDs.
  • Seek medical help if allergic reactions occur.

Drug interactions

  • Blood thinnersincreased risk of bleedingMonitor
  • Other NSAIDsincreased risk of stomach bleeding.Monitor

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).