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Generic: bayer aspirin extra strength is used for the treatment of Arthritis, Rheumatoid Blood Coagulation Disorders Blood Platelet Disorders Cerebral Infarction Ischemic Attack, Transient Chickenpox Child, Preschool Fever Gout Hematemesis Hemorrhagic Disorders Infant Inflammation Melena Myocardial Infarction Nasal Polyps Osteoarthritis Pain Pre-Eclampsia Pregnancy Trimester, Third Rheumatic Fever


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Drug Facts

Otc - Active Ingredient Section


Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Aspirin 500 mg (NSAID) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Otc - Purpose Section


Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses


temporarily relieves
  • headache
  • pain and fever of colds
  • muscle pain
  • menstrual pain
  • toothache
  • minor pain of arthritis

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

Otc - Do Not Use Section


Do not use
  • if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

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

Otc - Ask Doctor/pharmacist Section


Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for
  • gout
  • diabetes
  • 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 lasts more than 3 days
  • new symptoms occur
  • 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.

Directions

  • drink a full glass of water with each dose
  • adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 or 2 caplets every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 8 caplets in 24 hours
  • children under 12 years: consult a doctor

Other Information

  • save carton for full directions and warnings
  • store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat above 40ºC (104ºF).

Inactive Ingredients


carnauba wax, corn starch, D&C red #7 calcium lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, hypromellose, powdered cellulose, propylene glycol, shellac, titanium dioxide, triacetin

Otc - Questions Section


Questions or comments? 1-800-331-4536 (Mon – Fri 9AM – 5PM EST)

Carton 100 Caplets




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