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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self-diagnosis or self-treatment. Please consult your licensed health care
provider regarding all medical problems. You should never stop taking a prescription
drug or alter the dosage or dosing schedule without first consulting your
physician or health-care provider.
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