LEADER ASPIRIN- aspirin tablet, chewable
Cardinal Health
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Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Aspirin 81 mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses
for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains
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:
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hives
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facial swelling
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asthma (wheezing)
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shock
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you
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are age 60 or older
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have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
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if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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for at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if
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you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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you are taking a diuretic
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you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for diabetes, gout or arthritis
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away.
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you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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feel faint
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vomit blood
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have bloody or black stools
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have stomach pain that does not get better
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pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
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fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
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redness or swelling is present
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new symptoms occur
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ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
These could be signs of a serious condition
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. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
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drink a full glass of water with each dose
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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
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children under 12 years: consult a doctor
Other information
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store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
corn starch, dextrose excipient, FD&C yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, flavors, saccharin sodium
Questions or comments?
1-800-719-9260
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Aspirin
81 mg
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Aspirin Regimen**
Pain Reliever (NSAID)
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