Relieving headaches, migraine headaches, toothaches, muscle aches, premenstrual or menstrual aches, or other minor aches and pains. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Dispirin is an analgesic and antipyretic combination. It works by blocking substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Important safety information:
Dispirin has Dispirin, aspirin, and caffeine in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has Dispirin, aspirin, or caffeine in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Contact your doctor right away if you take more than 4,000 mg of Dispirin per day, even if you feel well.
Dispirin may harm your liver. Your risk may be greater if you drink alcohol while you are using Dispirin. Talk to your doctor before you take Dispirin or other fever reducers if you drink alcohol.
A very bad skin reaction may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.
Do not take more than the dose recommended by your doctor or the package labeling. If you take more than recommended, your risk of severely harming your liver may be increased. If you are not sure how much medicine you may take, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Aspirin has been linked to a serious illness called Reye syndrome. Do not give Dispirin to a child or teenager who has or is recovering from the flu, chickenpox, or a viral infection. Contact your doctor with any questions or concerns.
Avoid large amounts of food or drink that have caffeine (eg, coffee, tea, cocoa, cola, chocolate). This includes any medicines that contain caffeine. Too much caffeine may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, or fast heartbeat.
Serious stomach ulcers or bleeding can occur with the use of Dispirin. Taking it in high doses or for a long time, smoking, or drinking alcohol increases the risk of these side effects. Taking Dispirin with food will NOT reduce the risk of these effects. Contact your doctor or emergency room at once if you develop severe stomach or back pain; black, tarry stools; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; or unusual weight gain or swelling.
Dispirin may reduce the number of clot-forming cells (platelets) in your blood. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury. Tell your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding. Tell your doctor if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Dispirin before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Do not take Dispirin for at least 7 days after any surgery unless directed by your health care provider.
If your pain does not get better or becomes worse, or if you have a fever that becomes worse or lasts for more than 3 days, contact your doctor.
Dispirin may cause false results with some in-home test kits for blood cholesterol. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking Dispirin and need to check your blood cholesterol at home.
Use Dispirin with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Different brands of Dispirin may have different dosing instructions for CHILDREN. Follow the dosing instructions on the package labeling. If your doctor has given you instructions, follow those. If you are unsure of the dose to give a child, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dispirin while you are pregnant. Dispirin is not recommended during the last 3 months (third trimester) of pregnancy. It may cause injury to the fetus. Dispirin is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Dispirin, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Dispirin side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Heartburn; nausea; upset stomach.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); confusion; fainting; hearing loss; ringing in the ears; symptoms of liver problems (eg, dark urine, pale stools, persistent loss of appetite, right-upper stomach pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes); unusual tiredness.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Dailymed."Acetaminophen; aspirin; caffeine: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Can Dispirin be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Dispirin?
Use Dispirin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Dispirin by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Take Dispirin with a full glass of water (8 oz [240 mL]). Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking Dispirin.
Use Dispirin exactly as directed on the package, unless instructed differently by your doctor. If you are taking Dispirin without a prescription, follow any warnings and precautions on the label.
If you miss a dose of Dispirin and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dispirin.
Who should not take Dispirin?
Some medical conditions may interact with Dispirin. Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of alcohol abuse or if you consume 3 or more alcohol-containing drinks every day
if you are 60 years old or older
if you are taking a diuretic
if you have asthma, bleeding or clotting problems, growths in the nose, kidney or liver problems (eg, cirrhosis), hepatitis, high blood pressure, heart problems, influenza (flu) or chickenpox, vitamin K deficiency, anxiety, or trouble sleeping
if you have or have a history of stomach or peptic ulcers (bleeding ulcers) or other stomach problems (eg, heartburn, upset stomach, stomach pain)
if the patient is a child with a stroke, a weakened blood vessel (cerebral aneurysm) or bleeding in the brain, or Kawasaki syndrome (a rare inflammation causing heart problems in children)
if you are taking Dispirin for a migraine and:
your doctor has never told you that you have migraines
you have your first headache after you are 50 years of age
this headache is different than your usual migraines
you have the worst headache of your life, your migraine causes vomiting, or you need bed rest because of your migraine
you have a fever and stiff neck or your headaches happen after injury, activity, coughing, or bending
you have headaches on a daily basis
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dispirin. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (eg, acetazolamide) because they may decrease acetaminophen's effectiveness
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), clopidogrel, corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), heparin, ketorolac, NSAIDs (eg, celecoxib, ibuprofen, naproxen), or serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine) because the risk of bleeding may be increased
Insulin, isoniazid, oral hypoglycemics (eg, glyburide, repaglinide), or quinolone antibiotics (eg, ciprofloxacin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Dispirin
Methotrexate, theophylline, or valproic acid because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased by Dispirin
Probenecid or sulfinpyrazone because their effectiveness may be decreased by Dispirin
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dispirin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Dispirin be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Dispirin be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Dispirin, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Dispirin. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
One patient reported useful
How active was the Dispirin in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Dispirin were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
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One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Dispirin May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
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