Aspirin is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain from conditions such as muscle aches, toothaches, common cold, and headaches. It may also be used to reduce pain and swelling in conditions such as arthritis. Aspirin is known as a salicylate and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Genuine Bayer® Aspirin can provide pain relief from headaches, backaches, muscle pain, toothaches, menstrual pain and minor arthritis pain - and has for over 120 years. It's also recommended, under a doctor's direction, to help reduce the risk of a recurrent heart attack or clot-related (ischemic stroke).

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As the active ingredient in aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid works by inhibiting several different chemical processes within the body, including the natural physiological processes causing pain and inflammation.

Other side effects

• Feeling nervous and excitable.
• Trouble sleeping.
• Stomach pain or heartburn.
• Upset stomach or throwing up.

"Most importantly, while low-dose aspirin is available over the counter, it shouldn't ever be taken daily without a doctor's recommendation," says Dr. Septimus. And if you're already taking aspirin but are concerned about the new guidelines, be sure to consult your doctor for guidance.

have ever had an allergy to aspirin or similar painkillers such as ibuprofen. have ever had a stomach ulcer. have recently had a stroke (although depending on the kind of stroke you've had, your doctor may recommend that you take low-dose aspirin to prevent another one) have high blood pressure (hypertension)

While daily aspirin can help prevent a clot-related stroke, it may increase the risk of a bleeding stroke. A bleeding stroke also is called a hemorrhagic stroke. Gastrointestinal bleeding. Daily aspirin use increases the risk of developing a stomach ulcer.

Determining whether aspirin or ibuprofen is the better option for you depends partly on your health history. All NSAIDs are similarly effective in relieving mild pain. But while they both work well for minor pain, ibuprofen works better for moderate pain.

Serious side effects of Bayer Aspirin

• Abdominal or stomach pain, cramping, or burning.
• black, tarry stools.
• bloody or cloudy urine.
• change in consciousness.
• chest pain or discomfort.
• confusion.
• constipation.
• convulsions, severe or continuing.

Don't start taking a daily aspirin without talking to your health care provider. Taking an occasional aspirin or two is usually safe for most adults to use for headaches, body aches or fever. But daily use of aspirin can have serious side effects, including gastrointestinal bleeding.

Ibuprofen is preferred over aspirin for ongoing conditions such as arthritis, menstrual cramps, and back pain. This is because the risk of gastrointestinal side effects increases the longer the duration of treatment and the risk of GI effects associated with aspirin use is already high.

Aspirin in the Morning: Which Produces Greater Cardiovascular Benefits? Although there appears to be no difference in blood pressure reduction in patients who take aspirin at bedtime compared to those who take it when they awake in the morning, bedtime aspirin may be associated with reduced morning platelet reactivity.

Daily aspirin use increases the risk of developing a stomach ulcer. If you already have a bleeding ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding, taking aspirin may cause more bleeding. The bleeding may be life-threatening.

Aspirin may be better than paracetamol for period pain or migraines although if you have heavy periods, it can make them heavier. NSAIDs such as ibuprofen are considered better than paracetamol for back pain. Paracetamol is typically used for mild or moderate pain.

Aspirin and ibuprofen can be used to treat pain and inflammation. Aspirin can also be used for fever and to prevent blot clots, unlike ibuprofen. These medications are generally considered safe in adults, but aspirin can cause rare complications in young children and should be avoided.