Dr. , General Physician

Aspirin(ASA) + Codeine + Paracetamol is a brand name of aspirin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of a headache (including a mild migraine), fever, acute rheumatic fever, backache, myalgia, joint pain, pulled muscle, toothache, neuralgias and dysmenorrhoea, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, post-myocardial infarction, and post-stroke.

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Aspirin(ASA) + Codeine + Paracetamol primarily relieves pain because it is an analgesic. It also reduces inflammations (swellings) arising due to injuries and infections in the body. Apart from being an analgesic, it works by preventing strokes and other heart-related disorders by, the blood and reducing thromboxane (a chemical) responsible for making the platelets sticky. Hence by this action, it prevents blood clots which further prevents strokes and heart blockages. 

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Aspirin(ASA) + Codeine + Paracetamol for headache. The exact mechanism is not known. However, some researchers suggest that Aspirin(ASA) + Codeine + Paracetamol blocks the action of chemical messenger ( bradykinin) which is responsible for headache.

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

There has been no established research which claims miscarriage after taking Aspirin(ASA) + Codeine + Paracetamol during early pregnancy. Infact according to some reports low doses can be safely taken. However, it is best to check with your gynaecologist regarding dosage and right medication to be taken during pregnancy.