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Latest independent drug information about the active ingredient aspirin and treatments, written and reviewed by experts in Australia.
Aspirin is also known as acetylsalicylic acid, ASA or acetylsalicylate.
Aspirin is the active ingredient in the following brands of medicine:
- Aspro
- Disprin
- Solprin
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| What are the symptoms of a middle ear infection (otitis media)? - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Symptoms of a middle ear infection (otitis media) include fever and pain in the ear. Learn more about the symptoms of an ear infection here. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-10 00:00:00 |
| What are the medicines & treatments for laryngitis? - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Laryngitis usually clears up on its own within a week, but see your doctor if you have more severe symptoms. Read more about how to treat the symptoms of laryngitis & a sore throat, including rest, gargling & taking paracetamol or ibuprofen. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-23 00:00:00 |
| Medicines & treatments for flu (influenza) - Independent Australian health & medicines information | The flu does not usually require treatment if you are normally healthy. If symptoms are severe or your risk of complication is high, antivirals may be prescribed. Learn more about treatments for flu here. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-23 00:00:00 |
| Medicines and treatments for a throat infection — Independent medicine and health information | Read about the treatments for a throat infection (sore throat) and the symptoms of infection (e.g. pain and fever). | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-11 00:00:00 |
| Aspirin - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Learn all about aspirin, its use to relieve pain & fever, side effects, interactions & who should not take aspirin, including children younger than 16 years old | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-11 00:00:00 |
| Medicines and treatments for bronchiolitis — Independent Australian health and medicines information | Read about medicines and treatments for bronchiolitis (a respiratory tract infection), including how to relieve the symptoms and which children may need antibiotics. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-04 00:00:00 |
| How do I relieve the symptoms of a middle ear infection? - Independent Australian health & medicines informationa - Independent Australian health & medicines information | The symptoms of a middle ear infection (otitis media) can be relieved with paracetamol & ibuprofen. Read about the doses for children with fever or pain. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-10 00:00:00 |
| Medicines and treatments for a middle ear infection (otitis media) - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Middle ear infections usually get better on their own. Children younger than 2 years may need antibiotics. Read more about treatments for a middle ear infection here. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-10 00:00:00 |
| CoPlavix | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of CoPlavix (clopidogrel and aspirin). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2011-05-10 00:00:00 |
| Relieving the symptoms of a respiratory tract infection - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Learn how to relieve the symptoms of respiratory tract infections (RTIs) such as colds or the flu, including the use paracetamol & ibuprofen in children & complimentary medicines. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-04-20 00:00:00 |
| What are the medicines and treatments for a cold? - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Read about why antibiotics are not prescribed for colds and learn about different medicines available to relieve cold symptoms, including paracetamol, decongestants & nasal sprays, & useful tips to relieve cold symptoms. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-04-04 00:00:00 |
| Medicines & treatments for bronchitis - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Bronchitis usually gets better without any treatment but if your symptoms worsen, talk to your doctor. Read more about bronchitis & treatments here. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-04-27 00:00:00 |
| Medicines & treatments for tonsillitis - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Symptoms of tonsillitis (an RTI) can be relieved by paracetamol, ibuprofen & aspirin. Read about how to treat a sore throat, and antibiotics & tonsillectomy. | Web page | Consumers | 2012-04-27 00:00:00 |
| DuoCover | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of DuoCover (clopidogrel and aspirin). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2011-04-27 00:00:00 |
| What are the medicines & treatments for sinusitis? - Independent Australian health & medicines information | Because sinusitis is a respiratory tract infection (RTI) commonly caused by viruses, antibiotics aren’t normally prescribed. Learn more about sinusitis treatments here | Web page | Consumers | 2012-04-24 00:00:00 |
| Clopidogrel Winthrop Plus Aspirin | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of Clopidogrel Winthrop Plus Aspirin (clopidogrel and aspirin). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2011-12-14 00:00:00 |
| Medicines that affect blood glucose levels - Independent medicine & health information | View our tables of medicines that influence blood sugar (glucose) levels here. Some medicines can interact with your diabetes medicines, be aware of the adverse affects & know the active ingredients. | Web page | Consumers,Others,Research & Evaluation community | 2011-11-14 00:00:00 |
| Medicines for type 2 diabetes-related health problems - Independent medicine & health information | People with type 2 diabetes are often at greater risk of developing complications such as blood clots, heart attack or stroke. Find out about the medicines available for these conditions & lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise that can help. | Web page | Consumers,Others,Research & Evaluation community | 2011-11-14 00:00:00 |
| Medicines for type 1 diabetes-related health problems - Independent medicine & health information | People with type 1 diabetes are often at greater risk of developing complications such as blood clots, heart attack or stroke. Find out about the medicines available for these conditions and the lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise that can help. | Web page | Consumers,Others,Research & Evaluation community | 2011-12-06 00:00:00 |
| Medicines that affect blood glucose levels - Independent medicine & health information | View our tables of medicines that influence blood sugar (glucose) levels here. Some medicines can interact with your diabetes medicine insulin, be aware of the adverse affects and know the active ingredients. | Web page | Consumers,Others,Research & Evaluation community | 2011-12-06 00:00:00 |
| Clopidogrel (Iscover, Plavix) PBS listing extended to include acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in combination with aspirin | Clopidogrel (Iscover, Plavix) PBS listing extended to include acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in combination with aspirin | Professional publication - NPS RADAR - Brief item | Health Professionals | 2009-03-03 00:00:00 |
| Case study 35 report: Migraine in primary care | Patient presents with severe migraine which has not responded to aspirin. She has a 10 year history of migraines, with recent increasing frequency. | Professional activity - Case study report | Health Professionals | 2005-05-01 00:00:00 |
| Case study 35: Migraine in primary care | Patient presents with severe migraine which has not responded to aspirin. She has a 10 year history of migraines, with recent increasing frequency. | Professional activity - Case study | Health Professionals | 2005-02-03 00:00:00 |
| Ischaemic heart disease | Examines use of multiple medications for patients with ischaemic heart disease, focusing on aspirin use, symptom control with nitrates and GP support. | Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2005-08-01 00:00:00 |
| Atrial fibrillation and warfarin management | Analysis of aspirin and warfarin in reducing thromboembolic risk in atrial fibrillation. Includes interactions with herbal medicines. Case study on warfarin. | Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2003-10-01 00:00:00 |
| NPS Prescribing Practice Review 31: Ischaemic heart disease | Information on the multiple medications that are often necessary in the treatment of ischaemic heart disease including aspirin, statins, beta blockers and ACE inhibitors. | Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2005-09-01 00:00:00 |
| NPS Prescribing Practice Review 31: Ischaemic heart disease | Information on the multiple medications that are often necessary in the treatment of ischaemic heart disease including aspirin, statins, beta blockers and ACE inhibitors. | Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2005-09-01 00:00:00 |
| NPS Prescribing Practice Review 24: Using antithrombotics: maximising benefits; minimising risks | Information on the use of antiplatelet drugs (e.g. aspirin) to prevent cardiovascular events. Use of warfarin to prevent thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation is also discussed. | Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2003-11-10 00:00:00 |
| NPS Prescribing Practice Review 15: Managing type 2 diabetes | Information on lifestyle/diet interventions, drugs for diabetes, and how to manage cardiovascular risk factors in type 2 diabetes. Sample feedback prescribing data is also provided. | Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2001-11-12 00:00:00 |
| Disprin Forte | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of Disprin Forte (aspirin and codeine phosphate). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2010-05-27 00:00:00 |
| Codis | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of Codis (aspirin and codeine phosphate). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2010-05-27 00:00:00 |
| Community Update 24 | This new Community Update includes information on new resources for Arabic speakers; education seminars for Chinese, Italian, Greek, Vietnamese and Arabic-speaking seniors; review of medicines for hip and knee replacements; quitting smoking; women warned aspirin reports may be misleading; Health Minutes videos and radio interviews with Dr John D’Arcy | Consumer publication - Community Update | Consumers | 2010-04-29 00:00:00 |
| Women warned aspirin reports may be misleading | Recent research from the US suggests women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer may benefit from taking aspirin but the National Prescribing Service (NPS) warns people to talk to their health professional before self-medicating. | Media release | Others | 2010-02-22 19:00:00 |
| Asasantin SR | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of Asasantin SR (dipyridamole and aspirin). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2010-03-16 00:00:00 |
| Medicines and young children | Learn about the differences in giving medicines to children, and the need for careful selection of prescribed, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. | Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2005-12-01 00:00:00 |
| Prevent stroke by using optimal antithrombotic therapy | The National Prescribing Service Limited (NPS) is advising health professionals to consider aspirin for primary stroke prevention in those at high cardiovascular risk, to prevent recurrent stroke by using antiplatelet therapy and to use warfarin in those with atrial fibrillation at higher risk of stroke. | Media release | Others,Health Professionals | 2009-02-19 19:00:00 |
| Common medicines and their brand names | Learn about active ingredients in drugs such as painkillers sold under different brand names. | Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2007-06-01 00:00:03 |
| Codral Forte Tablets | Consumer information from the manufacturer about the use of Codral Forte Tablets (aspirin and codeine phosphate). | Consumer publication - Consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI) | Consumers | 2008-02-29 00:00 |
| Asthma | Asthma | Campaign | Consumers | 2011-02-25 00:00:00 |
| Latest edition of Australian Prescriber out now | The first edition of Australian Prescriber for 2011 is out now | Media release | Others | 2011-02-01 19:00:00 |
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Date published: 2010-12-17 00:00:00
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