Description

Major Pharmaceuticals Aspirin 81 mg Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Aspirin 81 mg (NSAID)* *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever
Uses
for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains
Warnings
Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chickenpox 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:
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

Do not use

• hives
• facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock
• 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
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer for at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for

Stop use and ask a doctor if
These could be signs of a serious condition
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 (1-800-222-1222).
Directions

• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• you are taking a diuretic
• you have asthma
• gout diabetes arthritis
• an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding: feel faint
• vomitblood
• have bloody or black stools
• have stomach pain that does not get better
• pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present
• new symptoms occur
• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
• 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
• Talk to your doctor or other healthcare provider before using this product for your heart.