Aspirina contains 500mg of aspirin – the strongest dose of aspirin available. In fact, no other
over-the-counter pain reliever
has been proven stronger than Aspirina for the relief of headache pain, fever, and other tough pain.
And when taken regularly under a doctor's care, Aspirina can provide relief from arthritis pain and inflammation.
The next time you have pain, for fast relief use Aspirina.
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each tablet) Purposes
Aspirin 500 mg............................................ 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 should not use this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with aspirin. Allergy alert:Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
• hives • facial swelling • asthma(wheezing) • shock
Alcohol warning:If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take aspirin or other pain relievers/fever reducers.
Aspirin may cause stomach bleeding. Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
Ask a doctor before use if you have • stomach problems (such as heartburn, upset stomach,
or stomach pain) that last or comeback
• bleeding problems • ulcers • asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for
• anticoagulation (blood thinning) • gout • diabetes • arthritis
Stop use and ask a doctor if • an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• 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 loss of hearing occurs
If pregnant or breast-feeding,ask a health professional before use. Its 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.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 tablets every 4 to 6 hours not
to exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours
• children under 12 years: consult a doctor
Other Information
• save carton for full directions and warnings
• store at room temperature
