EC-81Aspirin (aspirin 81 mg) Dailymed

Otc - Active Ingredient Section

Active ingredient (in each tablet) PurposeAspirin 81 mg (NSAID*)................................Pain reliever *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Indications & Usage Section

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
• for other uses, see your doctor, but do not use for more than 10 days without consulting your doctor because serious side effects may occur

Warnings Section

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
• shock
• asthma (wheezing)

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
• have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
• take more or for a longer time than directed
• take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)

Otc - Do Not Use Section

Do not use

• if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

Otc - Ask Doctor Section

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
• you have asthma
• you have not been drinking fluids
• you have lost a lot of fluid due to vomiting or diarrhea

Otc - Ask Doctor/pharmacist Section

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
• taking any other drug
• under a doctor's care for any serious condition

Otc - Stop Use Section

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
• • feel faint
  • have bloody or black stools
  • vomit blood
  • have stomach pain that does not get better
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• any new symptoms appear
• ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding Section

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.

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children Section

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Dosage & Administration Section

Directions

• drink a full glass of water with each dose
• adults and children 12 years and over: take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours not to exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
• children under 12 years: consult a doctor

Storage And Handling Section

• Other Informtion
• store at 25°C (77°F) excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
• use by expiration date on package

Otc - Purpose Section

Aspirin 81mg (NSAID*) ........Pain reliever

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Inactive Ingredient Section

Inactive Ingredients Anhydrous Lactose, Carnauba Wax, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Croscarmellose Sodium, DC Yellow #10, Aluminum Lake, Iron Oxide Ochre, Methacrylic Acid Copolymer, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polysorbate 80, Simethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Triethyl Citrate.

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