FDA Label for Leader Low Dose Aspirin

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Leader Low Dose Aspirin Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Cardinal Health. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)



Aspirin 81mg (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug


Purpose



Pain reliever


Indications & Usage



  • for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommneded by your doctor
  • ask your doctor about other uses for this product

Warning



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

  • facial swelling
  • shock
  • hives
  • asthma (wheezing)
  • 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
    • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
    • take more or for a longer time than directed
    • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • 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
  • this product for at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery unless directed by a doctor

Ask A Doctor Before Use If



  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you are taking a diuretic
  • you have asthma
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease

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



  • 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
  • an allergic reaction occurs
  • any new symptoms occur
  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
  • redness or swelling is present
  • ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
  • These could be signs of a serious illness.


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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.


Directions



  • 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


Other Information



  • store at room temperature (150-300C)
  • aviod excess heat and moisture

Inactive Ingredients



Corn starch, dextrose monohydrate, FD&c yellow #6, flavor, silicon dioxide, sodium saccharine and stearic acid


Questions Or Comments?



Adverse drug event call: 1-866-562-2756 


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Compare to Bayer® Chewable Low Dose Aspirin active ingredient***

Leader

Low Dose

Aspirin

81 mg

Chewable Orange

Pain Reliever (NSAID)

Orange Flavored


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