OTCPediatric caution
Fact box
- Therapeutic class
- Salicylic acid and derivatives
- Action class
- Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
Alka-SeltzerAnacinAnacin Advanced Headache FormulaAnacin Aspirin RegimenArthriten Inflammatory PainAscompAspergumAspi-CorBC ArthritisBC Original FormulaBackaid IPFBayer AspirinBromo Seltzer Antacid Pain RelieverBufferinDurlazaEcotrinEquagesicExaprinExaprin PlusExcedrinExcedrin PM Triple ActionMiniprinNorgesicNorwich AspirinOrphengesicPamprin Max FormulaSaletoSt. Joseph AspirinStanback Headache Powder Reformulated Jan 2011VanquishVazaloreYosprala
Available as
150 MG · Rectal Suppository75 MG · Oral Tablet75 MG · Disintegrating Oral Tablet300 MG · Oral Tablet500 MG · Disintegrating Oral Tablet500 MG · Oral Tablet356.4 MG · Oral Capsule325 MG · Oral Tablet120 MG · Chewable Tablet250 MG · Oral Tablet162.5 MG · Extended Release Oral Capsule81 MG · Oral Tablet500 MG · Oral Solution120 MG · Rectal Suppository200 MG · Rectal Suppository300 MG · Rectal Suppository325 MG · Oral Capsule600 MG · Rectal Suppository650 MG · Oral Tablet162 MG · Oral Tablet400 MG · Oral Tablet160 MG · Oral Tablet1000 MG · Powder500 MG · Powder
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommended by your doctor. Because of its delayed action, this product will not provide fast relief of headaches or other symptoms needing immediate relief. ask your doctor about other uses for safety coated 81 mg aspirin
How to use / dosing
Directions drink a full glass of water with each dose adults and children 12 years and over: take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours not to exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years: consult a doctor
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyConsult your doctor
…new symptoms occur These could be signs of a serious condition If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.…
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor
…occur These could be signs of a serious condition If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.…
AlcoholCaution
…NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer.…
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyCaution
…you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease you are taking a diuretic you have asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes arthritis Stop use and ask a doctor if an…
LiverCaution
…such as heartburn you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease you are taking a diuretic you have asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes arthritis Stop use and…
Warnings & precautions
Warnings Reye's syndrome : Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert : Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include: hives facial swelling shock asthma (wheezing) Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you: are age 60 or older have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to his product or any of its ingredients Ask a doctor before use if stomach bleeding warning applies to you you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease you are taking a diuretic you have asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for gout diabetes arthritis Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint vomit blood have bloody or black stool have stomach pain that does not get better pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days redness or swelling is present ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs new symptoms occur These could be signs of a serious condition If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Pediatric use
Pediatric caution
Avoid in children and teenagers with viral illness (e.g., influenza, varicella) due to risk of Reye syndrome. Specific pediatric indications (e.g., Kawasaki disease) exist under specialist direction.
Source: AAP / CDC Reye syndrome guidance; aspirin labeling.
⚑ About half of pediatric medication use is off-label and not described in FDA labels — absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children. Confirm with your clinician.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
158 marketed products on record (RxNorm)
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.