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Aspirin May Reduce Risk of Repeat Blood Clots »
"May 23, 2012 -- Aspirin may be effective long-term to reduce the risk of repeat blood clots in veins, new research suggests.
Patients who have these potentially dangerous blood clots, called venous thromboembolism or VTE, often get th"...
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Aspirin Side Effects Center
Pharmacy Editor: Eni Williams, PharmD, PhD
Bayer Aspirin (aspirin) is a medication belonging to the drug class, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Bayer Aspirin is available as a generic drug, and is prescribed for treating fever, pain, inflammation in the body, prevention of blood clots, and reduction of the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Common side effects of Bayer Aspirin include rash, gastrointestinal ulcerations, abdominal pain, cramping, nausea, gastritis, and bleeding.
Bayer Aspirin dose ranges from 50 mg to 6000 mg daily. Drug interactions include Eskalith, Lithobid (lithium), Rheumatrex, Trexall (methotrexate) and Coumadin (warfarin). Use of Bayer Aspirin during pregnancy may have adverse effects in the fetus. It should be used during pregnancy only when the benefits outweigh the risks. Aspirin is excreted into breast milk and may cause adverse effects in the infant.
Our Bayer Aspirin Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is Patient Information in Detail?
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Aspirin in Detail - Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- black, bloody, or tarry stools;
- coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
- severe nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain;
- fever lasting longer than 3 days;
- swelling, or pain lasting longer than 10 days; or
- hearing problems, ringing in your ears.
Less serious side effects may include:
- upset stomach, heartburn;
- drowsiness; or
- headache.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Aspirin FDA Prescribing Information: Side Effects
(Adverse Reactions)
SIDE EFFECTS
No information provided.
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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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