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Salsalate is an aspirin-like drug that reduces pain and inflammation in conditions such as arthritis, joint pain or muscle strains.
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Salflex, Disalcid, Salsalate, Argesic-Sa
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amigesic
Salflex, Disalcid, Salsalate, Argesic-Sa
Uses
Salsalate is an aspirin-like drug that reduces pain and inflammation in conditions such as arthritis, joint pain or muscle strains.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include vomiting, stomach pain, fast breathing, dizziness, ringing in the ears, headache, confusion, and sweating.
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Amigesic Tablets Tab 750 mg |
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Amigesic Tablets Tab 500 mg |
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How To Use
- Salsalate is taken by mouth, usually 2 to 3 times daily, or as directed by your doctor.
- Dosage depends on your condition.
- Take with a full glass of water, food or milk unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
Side Effects
- Stomach upset, heartburn, loss of appetite or nausea can occur.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: persistent ringing in the ears, dizziness, difficulty hearing, dark urine, yellowing of the eyes, black stools.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Amigesic, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: anemia, diabetes, gout, bleeding problems, kidney problems, liver problems, heart disease, alcohol use, ulcers or other stomach problems, allergies (especially to aspirin).
- Amigesic is similar to aspirin.
- Children and teenagers should not take Amigesic if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
- Amigesic may cause stomach bleeding.
- Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with Amigesic, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
- Salsalate should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Drugs closely related to salsalate are excreted into breast milk.
- High dose, long-term use of aspirin-related drugs are not recommended while breast-feeding.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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 catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: "blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet/pain medicines such as heparins, warfarin, NSAIDs-including aspirin, ibuprofen), oral anti-diabetic drugs, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), methotrexate, drugs used for gout (e.g., probenecid).
- It is important to carefully read all labels of other medicines to insure they do not also contain aspirin or aspirin-like drugs.
- Ingesting too much aspirin can have undesirable effects.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are uncertain about the content of your medicines.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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