Specifications

Aspirin Regimen
Bayer
®
Regular Strength Aspirin 325 mg
Safety Coated Caplets
06/26/13 Page 1 of 2
Version 008
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each caplet) Purpose
Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)*……………………………….….………....…..Pain reliever
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
● for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommended by
your doctor. Because of its delayed action, this product will not provide
fast relief of headaches or other symptoms needing immediate relief.
● ask your doctor about other uses for Bayer Safety Coated 325 mg Aspirin
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
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
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
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
● new symptoms occur
● ringing in the ears or a 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact
a Poison Control Center right away.