FDA Label for Meijer Low Dose Aspirin

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Meijer Low Dose Aspirin Product Label

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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 or as recommended by your doctor. Because of its delayed action, this product will not provide fast relief of headaches or other symptoms needing immediate relief.

• ask your doctor about other uses for Enteric Safety Coated 81 mg Aspirin.


Warnings



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:
• hives • facial swelling • asthma (wheezing) • shock
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
• 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

Do not use
• if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

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

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
• an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
• 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
• pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present
• new symptoms occur
• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs

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.


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning:
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.


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

 • do not take more than 48 tablets in 24 hours

 children under 12 years consult a doctor


Other Information



• store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) 
• protect from light, heat and moisture


Inactive Ingredients



croscarmellose sodium, D&C yellow no.10, lactose monohydrate, methacrylic acid copolymer, microcrystalline cellulose, polacrilin potassium, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, precipitated silica, purified talc, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulphate, soy powder, talcum, titanium dioxide, triethyl citrate


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