Ascriptin MS Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: ASPIRIN - ORAL
Pronounced: (ASP-er-in)

Ascriptin MS Oral Warning

This drug contains aspirin. Children and teenagers should not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

Ascriptin MS Oral Side Effects

Upset stomach and heartburn may occur. If either of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

easy bruising/bleeding
difficulty hearing
ringing in the ears
change in the amount of urine
persistent or severe nausea/vomiting
unexplained tiredness
dizziness
dark urine
yellowing of the eyes/skin

This drug may rarely cause serious bleeding from the stomach/intestine or other areas of the body. If you notice any of the following unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention:

black/tarry stools
persistent or severe stomach/abdominal pain
vomit that looks like coffee grounds
slurred speech
weakness on one side of the body
sudden vision changes or severe headache

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: