Aspirin (chewable)
CLASS
Platelet Aggregator Inhibitor, Anti-Inflammatory Agent
Salicylates
DOSAGE
- Adult:162 mg- 324 mg chewable for A.M.I.
(High doses may interfere with the benefits of aspirin)
ACTIONS
- Aspirin is an analgesic, anti-flammatory and anti-pyretic, which also appears to cause an inhibition of synthesis and release of prostaglandins. Aspirin also blocks formation of thromboxane A 2. (Thromboxane A 2 causes platelets to aggregate and arteries to constrict). Reduces overall mortality from acute myocardial infarction.
INDICATIONS
- Aspirin is indicated in the acute M.I. setting to prevent further clotting.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Known allergy to Aspirin (e.g. asthma), active GI ulceration or bleeding, hemophilia or other bleeding disorders, during pregnancy, children under 2 years of age.
WARNINGS
Contact physician for patients having a history of:
- asthma or seasonal allergies
- stomach ulcers
- liver disease
- kidney disease
- a bleeding or blood clotting disorder
- heart disease, high blood pressure, or congestive heart failure
- gout
- nasal polyps
SIDE EFFECTS
- GI: Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and stomach pain.
OTIC:Tinnitus.
Hypersensitivity:Bronchospasm, tightness in chest, angioedema, urticaria, and anaphylaxis.
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