330R ASA 81 MG MINIPRIN

active ingredient (in each tablet) Purpose

Aspirin 81 mg (NSAID*)................................Pain reliever

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains
• for other uses, see your doctor, but do not use for more than 10 days without consulting your doctor because serious side effects may occur

Warnings



Reye's syndrome:

Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

Allergy alert:

Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction, which may include:

• hives
• facial swelling
• shock
• asthma (wheezing)

Stomach bleeding warning:

This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

• are age 60 or older
• have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
• take more or for a longer time than directed
• take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)

Do not use

• if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout, or arthritis
• taking any other drug
• under a doctor's care for any serious condition

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
• • feel faint
  • have bloody or black stools
  • vomit blood
  • have stomach pain that does not get better
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• any new symptoms appear
• ringing in the ears or a loss of hearing occurs

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

• drink a full glass of water with each dose
• adults and children 12 years and over: take 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours not to exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
• children under 12 years: consult a doctor