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Aspirin reduces pain, inflammation and fever.
Take aspirin tablets with food and a glass of water.
Coated tablet: Swallow whole. Do not crush or chew.
Soluble tablet: Dissolve in water before taking.
Suppository: Remove the wrapper before inserting into the rectum.
If you take aspirin regularly and it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time. Otherwise, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not take two doses at the same time.
Some medicines available without a prescription may react with aspirin including:
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products or recreational drugs.
Side Effects | Recommended action |
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Stomach pain, coughing or vomiting of blood, black bowel motions Symptoms of allergy including: skin rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing Reduced number of blood cells that help your blood to clot - symptoms include: easy or unusual bruising or bleeding |
Tell your doctor immediately |
Ringing in the ears |
Tell your doctor |
Indigestion, nausea Anal irritation with suppository use |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.