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Safety Coated Aspirin 81 Mg Low Dose

Generic: Aspirin 81mg

OTC
NSAID✓ FDA-verified
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Safety Coated Aspirin 81 mg is a low-dose medication used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains, but it won't provide fast relief for headaches or other immediate symptoms. It works by reducing inflammation and pain in the body. Adults and children aged 12 and over can take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours, but they should not exceed 48 tablets in a day unless a doctor says otherwise. A key warning is that children and teenagers recovering from chickenpox or flu-like symptoms should not use this medication due to the risk of Reye's syndrome, a serious illness. Additionally, if you're taking blood thinners, like warfarin, you should consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Uses

  • temporary relief of minor aches. temporary relief of minor pains.
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Dosage

Adults and children 12 years and over take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours.
Do not exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor.
Children under 12 years should ask a doctor.
Drink a full glass of water with each dose.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

NauseaVomitingHivesFacial swellingAsthma (wheezing)ShockStomach painFaintingBloody or black stoolsRinging in the earsLoss of hearing
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Do not use if allergic to aspirin or any pain reliever.
  • Children recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product.
  • Consult a doctor if behavior changes with nausea and vomiting occur.
  • Higher risk of stomach bleeding for those over 60 or with a history of ulcers.
  • Consult a doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease.
  • Do not use during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless directed by a doctor.
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Drug interactions

  • Blood thinnersincreased risk of bleedingMonitor
  • Steroid drugsincreased risk of stomach bleedingMonitor
  • Other NSAIDsincreased risk of stomach bleedingMonitor

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