Aspifin
Brand names: Medique Medi-Seltzer Pain Relief
Warnings
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
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to: headache muscle pain backache toothache menstrual pain colds minor arthritis pain temporarily reduces fever
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions do not exceed recommended dosage to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before taking. Adults and children 12 years and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours Adults 60 years and over: 2 tablets every 4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours Children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor
Ingredients
Active Ingredients (in each effervescent tablet) Buffered aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)* *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Inactive ingredients : anhydrous citric acid, sodium bicarbonate