Main ingredient: Aspirin
Aspergum is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Aspergum is used to ease pain and to reduce fever. In some cases, Aspergum is also given to prevent blood clot.
Aspergum also temporarily relieves the aches and pains associated with arthritis, muscle aches, colds, and flu.
A small daily dose of Aspirin may be taken to decrease recurrence of a heart attack or other heart problems.
Aspergum Caution
Aspergum should not be taken if you had allergic reaction to Aspirin in the past, or if you have bleeding disorder, asthma, or stomach ulcers.
Aspergum 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.
Aspergum 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.
Aspergum Side Effects
Common side effects associated with Aspergum include stomach pain or discomfort, stomach ulcers, heartburn, nausea, vomiting and intestinal bleeding.
Rare side effects of Aspergum include abnormal bleeding, insomnia, fatigue, short breath, itching, redness and swelling of the face and rash.
Aspergum Interactions
Consult with your physician before combining Aspergum 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.
Aspergum Doses
It is best that Aspergum 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.
Aspergum Overdose
Symptoms of Aspergum overdose may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, short breath, and ringing in the ear.
In case of Aspergum overdose, seek medical attention right away.
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