warnings
Warnings Reye's syndrome Children and teenagers should not use this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with aspirin. Allergy alert Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock Alcohol warning If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take aspirin or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Aspirin may cause stomach bleeding. Do not use if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer. Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach problems (such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain) that last or come back bleeding problems ulcers asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug for anticoagulation (blood thinning) gout diabetes arthritis Stop use and ask a doctor if an allergic reaction occurs. Seek medical help right away. pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days redness or swelling is present fever lasts more than 3 days new symptoms occur ringing in the ears or 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.