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These brands contain the same active ingredient (Aspirin). Strength and form may differ — confirm substitution with your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Indications & Uses
A.S.A is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Aspirin for pain relief, inflammatory conditions, and fever: 300 mg, 1-3 tablets every 6 hours, up to a maximum of 4 gm a day. Suspected acute coronary syndrome: aspirin 150 mg-300 mg given immediately unless clear contraindications are present. After a myocardial infarction: aspirin 150 mg daily for 1 month, followed by long-term use at 75 mg daily thereafter. Acute ischaemic stroke/transient ischaemic stroke (TIA): starting with aspirin 150 mg-300 mg daily, then 75 mg daily thereafter. Following bypass surgery: aspirin 75 mg-300 mg daily, starting 6 hours after the procedure.
Side Effects
Side effects at the recommended dose of Seemapyrin are usually mild, and may include nausea, indigestion, stomach or intestinal ulceration, and wheezing or breathing difficulty (bronchospasm).
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Aspirin should be used with caution in people with asthma, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or pregnancy. It should also be used cautiously in patients who have nasal polyps or nasal allergies.
Contraindications
Aspirin should not be used in children under 12 years of age, because of the risk of Reye's syndrome, and should be avoided during breast-feeding. It is not suitable for anyone with an active peptic ulcer, and should also be avoided in cases of bleeding disorders such as haemophilia, intracranial haemorrhage, or other forms of ulceration.