ASPIRIN (aspirin 325 mg) Dailymed

Drug Facts

Active Ingredient (in Each Tablet)

Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID*)

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains associated with

• headache
• minor arthritis
• common cold
• menstrual cramps
• muscular aches
• backache
• toothache

Temporarily reduces fever.

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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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 you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

Ask a doctor before use if

• stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
• you are taking a diuretic

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if

taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• 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 for more than 10 days
• redness or swelling is present
• any new symptoms appear
• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of 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.

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions

• do not take more than directed
• the smallest effective dose should be used
• do not take longer than 10 days, unlessdirected by a doctor (see Warnings)
• drink a full glass of water with each dose

Adults and childre: (12 years and older)

Take 1 or 2 tablets with water every 4 hours as needed. Do not take more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 12 years:

Do not give to children under 12 years of age.

Other Information

store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)

Questions Or Comments?

Distributed by: Marlex Pharmaceuticals, 50 McCullough Drive, New Castle, DE 19720, U.S.A.

call toll free 1-866-820-7381

Repackaged by: Contract Pharmacy Services-PA125 Titus Ave Suite 200Warrington, PA 18976 USA

Original--08/2010--NJW

Package Label

Buler of 30 Tablets