What are Aspirin Dispersible 75mg Tablets & Why it is a Blood Thinner?
Aspirin Dispersible 75mg Tablets designed to address the issue of blood clotting, which can potentially lead to severe conditions like stroke or heart attack. These tablets contain aspirin, a commonly used pain-relieving ingredient found in various pain treatment formulations. Aspirin also plays a role in post-heart attack or stroke treatments by promoting blood vessel dilation to prevent further clotting. It’s important to note that these tablets should not be solely used as a painkiller. Prior to using any treatment, it is strongly advised to consult a healthcare professional or a Pharmacist from the Medicinemarketplace for proper guidance.
How does Aspirin Dispersible 75mg Tablets Tablets works?
Aspirin Dispersible 75mg Tablets is a medication that works by blocking an enzyme in our body called cyclo-oxygenase (COX). This enzyme is responsible for producing substances called prostaglandins, which can cause pain, swelling, and inflammation. Additionally, COX also produces a substance called thromboxane, which makes blood cells stick together and form blood clots. By reducing the production of thromboxane, aspirin helps lower the risk of blood clots forming in our blood vessels. It’s important to prevent blood clots because they can block the blood flow to our organs. For example, if a blood clot blocks the arteries that supply blood to the heart or brain, it can lead to a heart attack or stroke. Taking a low dose of aspirin (between 75-150mg) on a daily basis can be helpful in preventing these types of blood clots from forming. It’s a preventive measure that can significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes caused by blood clots.
Important warning:
Do not give this medicine to children under the age of 16 unless your doctor tells you. This is because there is a possible association between Aspirin and Reye’s syndrome when given to children. Reye’s syndrome is a very rare disease, which can be fatal.
Take special care and tell your doctor if you:
- Have liver or kidney disease
- Have asthma, or have ever had it in the past
- Are suffering from dehydration (feeling constantly thirsty)
- Have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars
- Have been told you are deficient in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
How to take Dispersible Aspirin 75mg Tablets?
Do not take these tablets without discussing it with your doctor first.
Dosage in adults, the elderly and children over the age of 16 years:
- The usual dosage is 1 to 2 tablets dissolved in water, once a day.
- In some people a higher dose of up to 4 tablets a day may be prescribed.
- Do not take this many tablets unless told to by your doctor.
- When taking this medicine, it is important to remember the following:
- The tablets must be dissolved in a glass of water before taking
- Do not give to children aged under 16 years unless told to by your doctor
- Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY if you accidentally take too many tablets
- If you miss a dose, do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose
What does Aspirin 75mg Tablets Contains?
The active ingredient in these tablets is 75mg aspirin. The inactive ingredients are starch, sodium saccharin, lactose, citric acid, calcium carbonate, talc and sodium lauryl sulphate. This medicine contains less than 1 mmol Sodium (23mg) per 150mg tablet, that is to say essentially ‘Sodium free’.
Tell your doctor of pharmacist if you are already taking any of the following medicines, as their effectiveness may be influenced by aspirin if they are taken at the same time.
- Metoclopramide (for sickness and digestive disorders)
- Blood thinning medicines such as Heparin, Warfarin or nicoumalone
- Corticosteroids e.g. hydrocortisone (which can be used for arthritis, asthma, and inflammatory conditions)
- Anti-inflammatory medicines or steroids for pain and inflammation e.g. ibuprofen
- High blood pressure medicines e.g. diuretic/water tablets, Angio-IIreceptor antagonists or ACE inhibitors
- Epilepsy medicines e.g. Phenytoin, Sodium valproate
- Methotrexate (for psoriasis, arthritis or tumours)
- Antacids for indigestion
- Probenecid or sulphinpyrazone for gout
- Anti-depressants e.g. citalopram.
Before using aspirin inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking. If you are using aspirin regularly seek advice of your doctor before taking any other medicine (including other medicines that you have bought).
- Metamizole (substance to decrease pain and fever) may reduce the effect of acetylsalicylic acid on platelet aggregation (blood cells sticking together and forming a blood clot), when taken concomitantly. Therefore, this combination should be used with caution in patients taking low dose aspirin for cardio protection.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Aspirin should not be taken in the last three months of pregnancy. Do not take this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
What are the Side Effects of Aspirin 75mg Dispersible Tablets?
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some. If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the tablets.
See a doctor at once:
- You are sick and it contains blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds
- Pass blood in your stools or pass black tarry stools
- Stomach problems including pain, indigestion or heartburn
- Allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling of the face, neck or throat, worsening of asthma, difficulty in breathing
- Bleeding on the brain which may cause a severe headache or stroke
These other effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to a pharmacist:
- Feeling sick, being sick, changes to the stomach lining (swelling or ulcers)
- Increased bleeding time when you cut yourself, bleeding under the skin which may look like bruising
- Nose bleeds (if a nose bleed is severe or lasts for a long time, talk to a doctor straight away)
- Hearing problems (e.g. ringing in the ears), feeling dizzy (vertigo), feeling confused
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