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Aspirin is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, reduce 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.
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Aspirin, Children S Aspirin, V-R Children S Aspirin, Children S Chewable Aspirin, Adult Aspirin, Child Aspirin, St. Joseph Low-Dose Aspirin, St. Joseph Aspirin Children, St. Joseph Aspirin, Aspirin Low-Strength, Baby Aspirin, Childrens Aspirin
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bayer Children S Aspirin
Aspirin, Children S Aspirin, V-R Children S Aspirin, Children S Chewable Aspirin, Adult Aspirin, Child Aspirin, St. Joseph Low-Dose Aspirin, St. Joseph Aspirin Children, St. Joseph Aspirin, Aspirin Low-Strength, Baby Aspirin, Childrens Aspirin
Uses
Aspirin is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, reduce 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.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
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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Bayer Genuine Aspirin, Children's |
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Aspirin Regimen Bayer |
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Bayer Children’s Chewable |
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How To Use
- Chew thoroughly before swallowing.
- Use only as directed.
- May take with food or after meals to prevent stomach upset.
- You should take Bayer Children S Aspirin 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 promptly.
- Unlikely but report promptly: heartburn, loss of appetite, dizziness, difficulty hearing, ringing in the ears, easy bruising or bleeding, black/bloody stools.
- Very unlikely but report: yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Bayer Children S Aspirin, 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
- Take aspirin only on the advice of a doctor if you have certain medical 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 should 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.
- Bayer Children S Aspirin may cause stomach bleeding.
- Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with Bayer Children S Aspirin, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
- If you have had oral surgery 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 should not be used.
- Aspirin is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor before taking aspirin.
- Aspirin is excreted into breast milk.
- Though to date there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, 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 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 found 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 are uncertain your over-the-counter products contain aspirin/NSAIDs.
- 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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