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Genprin


Main ingredient: Aspirin

Genprin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Genprin is used to ease pain and to reduce fever. In some cases, Genprin is also given to prevent blood clot.

Genprin 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.

Genprin Side Effects

Common side effects associated with Aspirin include stomach pain or discomfort, stomach ulcers, heartburn, nausea, vomiting and intestinal bleeding.

Rare side effects include abnormal bleeding, insomnia, fatigue, short breath, itching, redness and swelling of the face and rash.

All side effects should be reported to the health care provider right away.
 
Genprin Caution

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

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

Drug interactions


Consult with your physician before combining Genprin 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.

Genprin Doses

It is best that Genprin 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.

Genprin Overdose

Symptoms of Genprin overdose may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, short breath, and ringing in the ear.

In case of Genprin overdose, seek medical attention right away.

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