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Asprin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Heart Attack, Angina. The alternative uses of Asprin have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Asprin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Asprin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Asprin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Asprin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Asprin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Asprin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Asprin in conditions like Asthma, Gout, Reye's syndrome. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Asprin contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Asprin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Asprin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Asprin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Asprin safe for pregnant women?
Asprin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Asprin without medical advice.
Is the use of Asprin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Asprin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Asprin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Asprin on the Kidneys?
Asprin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Asprin on the Liver?
Using Asprin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Asprin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Asprin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Asprin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Asprin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Asprin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Asprin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Asprin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Asprin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Asprin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Asprin
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Asprin, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Asprin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Asprin with alcohol will be.
Yes, Asprin is used as an anticoagulant (blood thinner ) because low doses of this medicine have been effective in preventing brain and heart-related disorders such as myocardial infarction (heart attack) and strokes.
Ideally Asprin is not prescribed by a doctor for a toothache. However, in the absence of painkillers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen etc, aspirin can be taken to get instant relief from tooth pain. Generally, for treating toothache arising due to dental cavities and dental procedures ibuprofen along with antibiotics are recommended by dentists to reduce swelling and pain.
Asprin should not be taken when a person has been detected with dengue. This is because aspirin may cause internal bleeding which can be fatal during dengue. To bring down fever in dengue patients, paracetamol can be given along with plenty of fluids such as soups, juices, and water. Along with taking precautionary measures mentioned above, seek medical advice right away in case of Dengue as negligence and low platelet counts may lead to fatal consequences. You are highly recommended to follow the doctor's instructions.
Take Asprin as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, ideally Asprin can't be taken in stomach pain because Asprin has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal experiences such as dyspepsia, raised liver enzyme, hepatitis, Reye's Syndrome.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Durlaza (aspirin)
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 195-199
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 191-194
