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Sprintas Benefits & Uses

Sprintas is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Heart Attack
Angina
Stroke
Pain

Other Benefits

Joint Pain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Blood Clotting Disorders
Kawasaki Disease
Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Headache
Heart Failure
Preeclampsia and Eclampsia

Sprintas Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Kawasaki Disease Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Sprintas Related Warnings

Is the use of Sprintas safe for pregnant women?

Sprintas shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Sprintas safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sprintas. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Sprintas on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Sprintas. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sprintas on the Liver?

Using Sprintas does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sprintas on the Heart?

Sprintas may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Sprintas with Other Drugs

Sprintas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Captopril

Abciximab

Codeine

Phenylephrine

Sprintas Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sprintas unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Bleeding
Asthma
Gout
Reye's syndrome
Peptic Ulcer
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Sprintas

Is this Sprintas habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Sprintas.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Sprintas will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Sprintas is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Sprintas for mental disorders.

No

Sprintas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sprintas

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Sprintas and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Sprintas

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sprintas with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sprintas

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Sprintas?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Sprintas 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Sprintas cause stomach upset?

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Sprintas cause renal failure?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sprintas can cause renal failure If taken for a long time. It may lead to several renal dysfunctions such as tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, elevation in serum creatinine and renal failure. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have any kidney disease.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Sprintas be used for toothache?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Ideally Sprintas 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Sprintas lead to miscarriage?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

There has been no established research which claims miscarriage after taking Sprintas 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.