Aspirin Dispersible 300mg Tablets

Aspirin Dispersible tablets can be used to provide relief from a range of uncomfortable conditions, such as headaches, toothaches, rheumatic pain, sciatica, migraines, or period pain.

Aspirin Dispersible tablets may also be useful for suppressing the symptoms of colds, flu, fevers and sore throats. As such, this is a highly versatile and useful medicine to keep in the medicine cabinet for when it is needed.

To use Aspirin Dispersible tablets to treat a sore throat, dissolve them in water and gargle the mixture.

If even more pain relief is needed, Aspirin Dispersible tablets can be taken with paracetamol.

Aspirin Dispersible tablets are a good choice for people who prefer an easy to administer pain relief solution, as the dispersible nature of the product means you do not have to swallow tablets.

The active ingredient contained within Aspirin Dispersible tablets is acetylsalicylic acid. Aspirin isa type of medicine known as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs). It blocks the functioning of the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase (COX). This enzyme helps produce prostaglandins, which cause symptoms such as inflammation and pain. COX also helps produce thromboxane, which makes blood clots happen by causing platelets to clump up. Preventing COX from functioning will reduce the production of these chemicals, alleviating pain and inflammation. The effect of preventing blood clots means that aspirin can increase the chances of surviving a hear attack, as such blood clots can block blood supply to the heart.

Aspirin Dispersible tablets is a great medicine to have as they are effective at treating a wide range of painful symptoms that everyone is likely to experience at some point.

Non-Prescription Alternatives for the treatment of Pain are;

• Ibuprofen
• Paracetamol
• Aspirin
• Topical Treatments (Ibuprofen gel)
• Rest the area

If your pain does not ease or becomes severe, contact your GP or Pharmacist for further advice.

Make sure to read the following carefully before using Aspirin Dispersible tablets.

You should not use Aspirin Dispersible tablets if:

You are currently breastfeeding or in the last few months of pregnancy

You have a stomach ulcer or have had them in the past

You suffer from a bleeding condition such as haemophilia

You are allergic to aspirin, NSAIDs, or any of the other ingredients contained in this medicine.

Unless specifically prescribed by a doctor, do not give this medicine to children under 16 years old.

Make sure to consult with a doctor before using this medicine if:

You suffer from intolerance to certain sugars, as this medicine contains lactose

You have asthma

You are suffering from dehydration

You are deficient in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase

Consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you are also taking any of the following medicines:

Metoclopramide

Blood-thinning medicine (such as heparin, warfarin and nicoumalone)

Steroids or anti-inflammatory medicine

Coricosteriods (such as hydrocortisone)

Epilepsy medication (such as phenytoin or sodium valproate)

Medicines for high blood pressure (such as diuretic tablets, angio-II receptor antagonists, or ACE inhibitors)

Probenecid or sulphinpyrazone

Antacids

Anti depressants (such as citalopram)

Methotrexate

Always inform your doctor of any medicines you intend to take. Consult with a doctor if you take aspirin regularly and plan on taking another medicine.

Read the entire product information leaflet and all packaging before using any medicine.

Adults, including the elderly and children 16 years and over:

Dissolve 1-3 tablets with in water, every 4 hours.

Please do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 12 tablets in any 24 hour period and leave at least 4 hours between doses.

Aspirin Dispersible tablets contain the active ingredient:

Aspiring 300mg

The following ingredients are also contained in Aspirin Dispersible tablets:

Lactose, sodium saccharin, potato starch, citric acid, sodium lauryl sulphate, talc and calcium carbonate.

Side effects of Aspirin Dispersible tablets include:

Feeling or being sick, swelling or ulcers in the stomach lining, bleeding under the skin, increased bleeding, hearing problems, nosebleeds (consult with a doctor immediately if a nosebleed lasts for a long time).

If any of these effects concern you or this medicine affects you in a different way, stop using this product and consult with a doctor.

Not everyone will experience side effects.