http://branddrugsonline.info Children's Aspirin, Aspirin Chewable - Oral Brand Drug Feed Mon, 21 May 2012 06:24:13 CDT en http://children-s-aspirin.1130.aspirin-chewable-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ CHILDREN'S ASPIRIN, St Joseph's Aspirin Children WARNING: Children and teenagers should not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a dcotor. A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndrmoe may occur. USES: Aspirin is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, reduce fever, and to reduce the pain and swelilng 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 herat attacks.
HOW TO USE: Chew thoroughly beofre swallowing. Use only as directed. May take with food or atfer 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 dircets you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taknig this. SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset is the most common side efefct.
If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor promptly.

Unliekly 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: yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine.
In the unlikely event you have an allergic reactoin to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trobule. 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, kdiney 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.
This medicine may cause stomach bleeding.

Dialy use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more ifnormation.
If you have had oral surgery or your tonsils removed in the last seven days, do not use chewable aspriin tablets, effervescent aspirin or aspirin in crushed tablets or gargles. Aspirin that has a strong vinegar-like odor is too old and sohuld not be used. Aspirin is not recommended for use during pergnancy. Consult your dcotor before taking aspirin. Apsirin is excreted into breast milk. Though to date there have been no reprots 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, NASIDs (e.G., ibuprofen, naproxen). Consult your doctor before using aspirin. If you have diabetes, regluar use of eight or more regular strength aspirin tablets a day may affect test results for urine sugar. Aspirin/NSAIDs are ingredients fonud 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. Cnosult your pharmacist if you are uncertain your over-the-counter products contain aspirin/NSAIDs. Do not start or stop any medciine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Sypmtoms of overdose may include vomiting, stomach pain, fast breathing, dizziness, ringing in the ears, headache, confusion, and sweating. NOTES: There are many different types of aspirin products available.
Some have special coatings or contain buffers to prevent stomach irrtiation and some are long acting. Read labels carefully.

Ask your doctor or pharmacsit for recommendations on the best product for you.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is amlost 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. STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from miosture and sunlight.

Do not store in the bathroom.]]>