Novasen
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Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) belongs to the
groups of medications called analgesics (pain relievers),
antipyretics (fever reducers), anti-inflammatories (inflammation
reducers), and platelet aggregation inhibitors (anticlotting
agents). It works by interfering with the production of
compounds in the body that cause pain, fever, inflammation, and
blood clots.
Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is used to
relieve pain, fever, and inflammation in various conditions
such as lower back and neck pain, the flu, common cold, burns,
menstrual pain, headache, migraines, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis, sprains and strains, nerve pain, toothache, muscle
pain, bursitis (inflammation of a bursa, a
fluid-filled sac located around joints and near the bones), and
following surgical and dental procedures. ASA is also used
for rheumatic fever in combination with other medications.
In these situations, ASA is used on an as-needed basis.
The following side effects have been
reported by at least 1% of people taking this medication. Many
of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on
their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience
these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your
pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
heartburn or indigestion
mild-to-moderate abdominal or
stomach cramps, pain, or discomfort
Although most of the side effects listed
below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious
problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical
attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as
possible if any of the following side effects occur:
bruising more easily
confusion
dizziness
fainting
nausea or vomiting
pain, buzzing or ringing in ears
severe or continuing abdominal or
stomach pain, cramping, or burning
unusual tiredness or weakness
Stop taking the medication and seek
immediate medical attention if any of the following
occur:
any loss of hearing
bleeding
symptoms of an allergic reaction
(e.g., difficulty breathing, hives; itchy skin rash; signs of
stomach bleeding, such as bloody or black, tarry stools; or
swelling of the mouth and throat)
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