OTC Medication Information: Adult Low Dose Enteric Coated Aspirin
ADULT LOW DOSE ENTERIC COATED ASPIRIN- aspirin tablet, coated
Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Aspirin 81 mg(NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever
Uses
- for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains
- ask your doctor about other uses for aspirin
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
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
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 your are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer.
- if you ever hadan allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients
Ask a doctor before use if
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you are taking a diuretic
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you have: -high blood pressure -heart disease -liver cirrhosis -kidney disease -asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or 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 stools -have stomach pain that does not get better
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- redness or swelling is present
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- any new symptoms occur
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
These can 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 at 20 weeks or later in 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 right away.
Directions
- do not exceed recommended dose
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- swallow whole, do not chew or crush
- adults and children 12 years and older: take 4-8 tablets every 4 hours, as needed, not more than 48 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor
- children under 12: ask a doctor
Other information
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C — 30°C (59°F — 86°F)
Inactive ingredients
cellulose,D&C yellow #10, FD&C yellow #6, hypromellose, methacrylic acid, PEG, polydextrose, silica, simethicone, sodium
bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, starch, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate, wax.
Questions or comments?
1-800-540-3765
package label
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Labeler — Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp (611196254) |
Registrant — Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp (611196254) |
Revised: 11/2023 Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp
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