Aspirin
Brand: Bayer, Ecotrin
No boxed warning on the current FDA label.
- Caution
- Reye syndrome in children and teenagers with a viral illness; GI bleeding and ulcers.
- Pregnancy
- Avoid full-dose aspirin in the third trimester; low-dose aspirin is used for preeclampsia prevention under supervision.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding
- Easy bruising
- Ringing in the ears at high doses
Key interactions
- Additive bleeding risk with anticoagulants and other NSAIDs
- Ibuprofen can block its antiplatelet effect
- Raises methotrexate levels
Counseling points
- For a suspected heart attack, chew a plain (non-enteric) tablet
- Take with food to reduce stomach upset
- Do not give to children or teens with a viral illness
- Report black stools or ringing in the ears
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