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Aspirin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Aspirin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Aspirin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Aspirin Pronunciation : as' pir in ICD Code : Y45.1 Therapeutic Classification : AnalgesicsTrade Names/Brand Names of Aspirin
India :
Thrombosprin -75 |
Clopact A |
CV- sprin (75mg) |
A-Vin-As (10mg/75mg) |
Isoloprin (30mg) |
Plagerine - A (150 mg) |
Clopisa |
ASA (75mg) |
Clopid- AS (75mg/75mg) |
Cloprez -A (150 mg)
International :
Ascriptin
Why is Aspirin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an analgesic and antipyretic, prescribed for pain, heart attack and fever.The drug decreases the substances that cause pain and inflammation.
When should Aspirin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with blood disorder, liver or kidney impairment and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Aspirin?
Adult Dose:The recommended oral dose for adults:
• Prevention of myocardial infarction or heart attack: 75-325 mg/day.
• Stent implantation: 325 mg 2 hr pre-operative, then 160-325 mg/day.
• Pain and fever: 325-650 mg 4-6 hourly. Maximum: 4 g/day.
• Pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal and joint disorders:
Initial dose: 2.4-3.6 g/day.
Maintenance dose: 3.6-5.4 g/day.
How should Aspirin be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.What are the warnings and precautions for Aspirin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heartburn, stomach upset or stomach pain and if you have or ever had ulcers, anemia, bleeding problems such as hemophilia, kidney or liver diseases, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breast feeding.• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• It should not be given to children who have fever, flu symptoms or chickenpox; otherwise it may lead to a fatal condition named as Reye's syndrome.
What are the side effects of Aspirin?
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, blood in stools, stomach pain and heartburn.Miscellaneous - Drowsiness, headache, allergic reactions and hearing problems.
What are the other precautions for Aspirin?
Monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.It may cause severe bleeding; avoid bruising or injury.
