Leader Low Dose Aspirin (Aspirin) tablet, chewable
CARDINAL HEALTH
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Aspirin 81mg (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever
- for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains or as recommneded by your doctor
- ask your doctor about other uses for this product
Warning
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
- facial swelling
- shock
- hives
- 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
- take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
- take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
- take more or for a longer time than directed
- have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
- have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
- take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
- if you are allergic to aspirin or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- this product for at least 7 days after tonsillectomy or oral surgery unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if
- stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
- you are taking a diuretic
- you have asthma
- you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking a prescription drug for
- gout
- diabetes
- arthritis
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
- feel faint
- vomit blood
- have bloody or black stools
- have stomach pain that does not get better
- an allergic reaction occurs
- any new symptoms occur
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- redness or swelling is present
- ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs
These could be signs of a serious illness.
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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) 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 |
Other information
- store at room temperature (150-300C)
- aviod excess heat and moisture
Inactive ingredients
Corn starch, dextrose monohydrate, FD&c yellow #6, flavor, silicon dioxide, sodium saccharine and stearic acid
Questions or comments?
Adverse drug event call: 1-866-562-2756
Compare to Bayer® Chewable Low Dose Aspirin active ingredient***
Leader
Low Dose
Aspirin
81 mg
Chewable Orange
Pain Reliever (NSAID)
Orange Flavored
