ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet)
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ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) Drug and Prescription Information
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet)
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) Medication Classification
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (By mouth)
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) Brandname
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) is used for the Treatment
Aspirin (AS-pir-in), Codeine (KOE-deen) Relieves different kinds of pain.
When To Not Use ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to codeine, aspirin, or pain and arthritis medicines (such as Motrin®, Advil®, Naprosyn®, Indocin® or Clinoril®)). Aspirin should not be given to children or teenagers with fever, chickenpox, or symptoms of the flu or virus infections unless approved by your child's doctor. You should not use this medicine if you have ulcers or any bleeding problems.
How Should You Use ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet)
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
- Take with food or a full glass of water to avoid stomach upset. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your medicine at your usual times.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) Storage
Store ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Avoid drinking alcohol.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any medicine that could make you sleepy, such as sleeping pills, cold and allergy medicine, tranquilizers, medicine to treat depression, or other strong pain killers.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking a blood thinner such as Coumadin®, steroids such as prednisone, or medicine for arthritis, diabetes, or gout.
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) Warnings
- Talk with your doctor before taking if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have asthma or other breathing problems, heart, liver or kidney disease, gout, seizures, or any stomach problems.
- This medicine can be habit-forming. You should not use more than your doctor ordered.
- If you have taken this medicine for several weeks, do not suddenly stop taking it. You may need to take smaller and smaller doses before completely stopping.
- Codeine can make you sleepy. Be careful if you are driving a car or using machinery.
ASPIRIN/CODEINE (Oral) (Tablet) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Severe stomach pain, vomiting blood (or vomit that looks like coffee grounds)
- Bloody stools
- Extreme drowsiness or confusion
- Trouble breathing
- Rash or hives
- Swelling of face, throat, or lips
- Ringing in the ears If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Dizziness or drowsiness
- Mild nausea or vomiting, indigestion
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Nervousness
