Aspirin BD 325 mg Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Aspirin

Indications/Uses

Analgesic & antipyretic.

Dosage/Direction for Use

1-2 tab (325-650 mg) every 4-6 hr. Max: 4 g/day.

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to salicylates, other NSAIDs. Asthma, rhinitis, nasal polyps, inherited or acquired bleeding disorders (including factor VII & IX deficiency). Childn <16 yr w/ viral infection w/ or w/o fever due to a potential association w/ Reye's syndrome. Pregnancy (especially 3rd trimester).

Special Precautions

Renal disorders, G6PD deficiency. Pregnant women close to delivery, patients w/ flu, chickenpox or hemorrhagic fever, GI ulceration or asthma. Onset of persistent vomiting may be a sign of Reye's syndrome (immediate treatment).

Adverse Reactions

Hypotension, tachycardia, dysrhythmia, edema, fatigue, insomnia, nervousness, agitation, confusion, dizziness, headache, lethargy, cerebral edema, hyperthermia, coma, rash, angioedema, urticaria, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, epigastric discomfort, heartburn, stomach pain, GI ulceration, gastric erosions & erythema, duodenal ulcers.

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Drug Interactions

Anticoagulants, systemic corticosteroids, heparin, NSAIDs, salicylates, sulfonylureas, thrombolytic agents, valproic acid, vit K antagonists, vit E.

MIMS Class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

ATC Classification

N02BA01 - acetylsalicylic acid ; Belongs to the class of salicylic acids and derivatives agents. Used to relieve pain and fever.

Thai FDA Category

Presentation/Packing

Form

Aspirin BD 325 mg tab

Packing/Price

50 × 10's

Aspirin BD 325 mg

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Manufacturer:

British Dispensary (L.P.)

Distributor:

DKLL