Anacin Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Anacin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Anacin is used to ease pain and to reduce fever. In some cases, Anacin is also given to prevent blood clot. Anacin also temporarily relieves the aches and pains associated with arthritis, muscle aches, colds, and flu. A small daily dose of Anacin may be taken to decrease recurrence of a heart attack or other heart problems. Main ingredients in Anacin are Aspirin and Caffeine.

Anacin Side Effects

Anacin side effects may include stomach pain or discomfort, stomach ulcers, heartburn, nausea, vomiting and intestinal bleeding. Rare Anacin side effects include abnormal bleeding, insomnia, fatigue, short breath, itching, redness and swelling of the face and rash.

Anacin Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Anacin side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Anacin Overdose

Anacin overdose symptoms may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, short breath, and ringing in the ear. In case of Anacin overdose, seek medical help right away. If you miss a dose of Anacin, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose of Anacin.

Anacin and Pregnancy

Anacin should not be given during pregnancy especially the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you are nursing, inform your doctor as Aspirin does pass into breast milk.

Anacin Caution

Anacin should not be taken if you had allergic reaction to Aspirin in the past, or if you have bleeding disorder, asthma, or stomach ulcers.

Anacin should not be given to children under 16 for flu or chickenpox, as Aspirin has been associated with the development of an often-fatal condition, known as Reye's syndrome.

Anacin Drug Interactions

Consult with your physician before combining Anacin with Acetazolamide, ACE-inhibitor-type blood pressure medications, Antacids, Antigout medications, Arthritis medications, Blood thinners, certain diuretics, Diabetes medications including Insulin and Seizure medications.

Alcohol can increase the likelihood of stomach ulcer and intestinal bleeding.

Herbs like garlic, ginger, and ginkgo may increase the risk of upset stomach.

Vitamin E and Fish oil supplements may increase the risk of bleeding.

Anacin Doses

It is best that Anacin taken with food or milk.

ADULTS
For Pain and Fever
325-650mg every 4 hours up to 6 times a day.

For all other uses such as Arthritis, blood clot or heart problems consult your physician first.

CHILDREN
Consult your physician.
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