ASS-ratiopharm 500 mg tablets, 50 pcs

Instructions for use for ASS-ratiopharm 500 mg tablets, 50 pcs

Information for use of the article ASS-ratiopharm 500 mg Tablets. ASS-ratiopharm 500 mg tablets contain the active substance acetylsalicylic acid and are used to treat mild to moderately severe pain and fever. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medicine from the group of anti-inflammatory substances. Before taking it, the following points should be observed: - The medicine should not be taken if there is an allergy to acetylsalicylic acid, salicylates or any of the other ingredients. - Do not take ASS-ratiopharm 500 mg if you have stomach or intestinal ulcers or a pathologically increased tendency to bleed. - The use of this medicine is contraindicated during the last three months of pregnancy. - Special caution is advised in the case of certain pre-existing conditions such as bronchial asthma, kidney or liver dysfunction. - Taking the medicine at the same time as certain other medicines may increase the effect or side effects. The dosage depends on age and symptoms. The recommended dose for children (6-14 years) is 1/2 to 1 tablet, for adolescents and adults 1-2 tablets. The single dose can be taken every 4-8 hours as needed. In case of liver or kidney dysfunction, the dose should be reduced or the intake interval extended. Possible side effects include gastrointestinal discomfort such as stomach pain and micro bleeding, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea, and less commonly stomach or intestinal ulcers. Allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, skin reactions or swelling may occur. In rare cases, liver and kidney dysfunction, hypoglycaemia, severe skin rashes and bleeding, including cerebral haemorrhage, have been reported. ASS-ratiopharm 500 mg tablets should not be taken if such side effects occur. A doctor should be notified if black stools occur or an overdose is suspected. The medicine should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be stored above 25 °C. The expiry date is stated on the packaging. Further information on the active substance, composition and package contents can be found in the package leaflet. If side effects occur, a doctor or pharmacist should be contacted.