Ecotrin 81mg Low Strength Aspirin

Cardiologist recommended Ecotrin 81mg low strength aspirin contains ¼ the medicine of regular strength. Taking aspirin daily may reduce the risk of heart attacks and certain strokes, but speak to your doctor first about whether aspirin is right for you. Ecotrin® is always enteric safety coated and designed to dissolve safely in your small intestine. That’s why Ecotrin is the aspirin regimen that’s smart for your heart and stomach.

For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due to:

• Headache
• Toothache
• Muscle pain
• Minor arthritis pain
• Menstrual pain
• Colds

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: do not use unless directed by a doctor.

Other information: Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F). Avoid excessive heat and humidity.

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 thinner (anticoagulant) or steroid drug; take other drugs containing prescription or non prescription 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 have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer.

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 diabetes, gout, or 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

Seek medical help right away if:

• new symptoms occur
• ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
• redness or swelling is present
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days.

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.