Arthritis Foundation Oral

In Depth

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

Arthritis Foundation Oral Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include: burning pain in the throat/stomach, confusion, mental/mood changes, fainting, weakness, ringing in the ears, fever, rapid breathing, change in the amount of urine, seizures, loss of consciousness.

Arthritis Foundation Oral Missed Dose

If you are prescribed this drug on a regular schedule (not just "as needed") and you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Arthritis Foundation Oral Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

If you use this medication regularly or at high doses, laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., liver and kidney function tests, blood count, salicylate level) may be performed to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

There are many different dosage forms for aspirin products. Some have special coatings or contain buffers, and some are long-acting. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for recommendations on the best product for you.

Arthritis Foundation Oral Storage

Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (between 15-30 degrees C) away from moisture and light. Do not store above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Do not store in the bathroom. Do not use any aspirin product that has a strong vinegar-like smell.

Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.