Casprin 100 mg per modified-release microencapsulated vegetable capsule

Indication

Treatment of acute myocardial infarction (heart attack), prevention of heart attack in certain high-risk groups, and prevention of stroke after transient ischaemic attack (TIA).

Ingredients

• Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)

Direction

1 capsule daily to be taken with a glass of water. Use the Casprin Calendar pack: start with the capsule in the section marked 'TAKE FIRST', then take one capsule each day following the arrows around the pack, finishing at the section marked 'TAKE LAST'. Start a new pack on the next day at about the same time, or as prescribed by a doctor.

Side effects

• May cause gastrointestinal upset
• heartburn
• nausea
• or increased bleeding tendency.
• Stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist if any allergic reaction
• black stools
• vomiting blood
• or other unusual symptoms occur.

Precautions

• Not recommended for children under 16 years due to risk of Reye's syndrome.
• Use with caution in patients with peptic ulcer
• bleeding disorders
• asthma
• or aspirin hypersensitivity.
• Inform your doctor before surgery or dental procedures.
• Consult a doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children.