Caprin Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Caprin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Caprin is used to ease pain and to reduce fever. Main ingredient in Caprin is Aspirin. In some cases, Caprin is also given to prevent blood clot. Caprin also temporarily relieves the aches and pains associated with arthritis, muscle aches, colds, and flu. A small daily dose of Caprin may be taken to decrease recurrence of a heart attack or other heart problems.
Caprin Side Effects
Caprin side effects include stomach pain or discomfort, stomach ulcers, heartburn, nausea, vomiting and intestinal bleeding. Rare Caprin side effects include abnormal bleeding, insomnia, fatigue, short breath, itching, redness and swelling of the face and rash.
Caprin Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Caprin 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.
CAPRIN CAUTION
Caprin should not be taken if you had allergic reaction in the past from using it, or if you have bleeding disorder, asthma, or stomach ulcers.
Caprin should not be given to children under 16 for flu or chickenpox, as Caprin has been associated with the development of an often fatal condition, known as Reye's syndrome.
CAPRIN AND PREGNANCY
Caprin should not be given during pregnancy especially the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you are nursing, inform your doctor as Caprin does pass into breast milk.
CAPRIN INTERACTIONS
Consult with your physician before combining Caprin 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.
CAPRIN DOSES
Take Caprin 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.
For all other uses such as Arthritis, blood clot or heart problems consult your physician first.
CHILDREN
Consult your physician.
CAPRIN OVERDOSE
Symptoms of Caprin overdose may include diarrhea, nausea, blood vomiting, short breath, and ringing in the ear. In case of an Caprin overdose, seek medical attention right away.
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