ASA tabs tabl 0.5 g 20 pcs

What is ASA-Tabs and when is it used?

ASA-Tabs contains the active ingredient acetylsalicylic acid. It has pain-relieving, fever-reducing and anti-inflammatory properties. ASA tabs are suitable for short-term treatment, i. for the maximum 3-day treatment of mild to moderately severe, acute pain (headache, toothache, joint and ligament pain, back pain) and for the symptomatic treatment of fever and/or pain associated with colds. Adolescents from the age of 12 only with a doctor's prescription and only as a second choice (see "When is caution required when taking / using ASA tabs?").

What should be considered?

ASA-Tabs must not be used for more than 3 days, unless prescribed by a doctor. Painkillers should not be taken regularly over a long period of time without medical supervision. Long-lasting pain requires a medical check-up. The dosage specified or prescribed by the doctor must not be exceeded. It is also important to remember that taking painkillers for a long time can itself contribute to headache persistence. Long-term use of painkillers, especially when taking a combination of several painkillers, can lead to permanent kidney damage with the risk of kidney failure.

When must ASA-Tabs not be taken/used?

You must not use ASA-Tabs in the following cases:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients or have had shortness of breath or an allergy-like skin reaction after taking acetylsalicylic acid, other salicylates or other pain or rheumatism medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. If you suffer from a stomach and/or duodenal ulcer or have gastrointestinal bleeding.If you have chronic intestinal inflammation (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis).If you have a pathological have an increased tendency to bleed.Severely impaired liver or kidney function.Severe heart failure.For the treatment of pain after coronary bypass surgery on the heart (or use of a heart-lung machine).If you have to take methotrexate at a dose of more than 15 mg per week at the same time.If you are pregnant or breastfeeding ( see also the section «Can ASA-Tabs be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?»).For children under the age of 12.

When is caution required when taking / using ASA tabs?

During treatment with ASA tabs, mucosal ulcers in the upper gastrointestinal tract, rarely bleeding or in individual cases perforations (gastrointestinal intestinal perforations) occur. These complications can occur at any time during treatment, even without warning symptoms. To reduce this risk, the smallest effective dose should be used over the shortest possible duration of therapy. Contact your doctor if you have stomach pain and suspect it is related to taking the medicine. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the medicine than younger adults. It is particularly important that elderly patients report any side effects to their doctor immediately. In the following situations, you may only take ASA-Tabs with a doctor's prescription and under medical supervision:

• If you are currently being treated by a doctor for a serious illness.If you have previously suffered from a stomach or duodenal ulcer.If you have heart disease or have kidney disease or increased fluid loss, e.g. due to heavy sweating, diarrhea or after major surgery; taking ASA tabs can affect the way your kidneys work, which can lead to an increase in blood pressure and/or fluid retention (oedema).If you have liver problems.

For asthma, hives, nasal polyps, hay fever or other allergies, for a rare hereditary disease of the red blood cells, the so-called "glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency" and for treatment with anticoagulants ("blood thinners ?, anticoagulants) or blood pressure lowering agents (antihypertensives) should only be taken according to strict instructions from the doctor. Adolescents from the age of 12 with fever, flu, chickenpox or other viral diseases may only take ASA tabs on the doctor's instructions and only as a second-line remedy. If these diseases lead to disorders of consciousness with vomiting or after they have disappeared, the doctor should be consulted immediately. The effect of cortisone preparations, anticonvulsants (antiepileptics), blood thinners, digoxin and lithium preparations against depression can be increased with the simultaneous and prolonged use of ASA tabs. There may be an increase in the undesirable effects of these medicines. The effect of gout medicines (Probenecid and Sulfinpyrazone), water tablets (diuretics) and medicines for high blood pressure can be reduced. The use of anti-rheumatic drugs or methotrexate (which is taken for chronic polyarthritis, for example; see also the section "When should ASA tabs not be used?") may result in an increase in the undesirable effects. ASA-Tabs can increase the risk of bleeding if you take cortisone preparations, alcohol or drugs from the group of so-called serotonin reuptake inhibitors for depression. If ASA tabs and antidiabetics (e.g. insulin, sulfonylureas) are taken at the same time, the blood sugar level can drop. Even in small doses, acetylsalicylic acid reduces the excretion of uric acid. This can trigger gout in patients who already have low uric acid excretion. Caution is required in conditions with an increased risk of bleeding (e.g. menstrual bleeding or injuries). There may be an increased tendency to bleed, especially during and after surgical interventions (including minor interventions such as tooth extraction). Your doctor or dentist should be asked or informed about taking it before surgery. Serious skin reactions have been reported in association with treatment with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The highest risk of such reactions appears to be at the beginning of therapy. If you develop a skin rash, including fever, mucosal lesions, blisters or any other sign of allergy, you should stop taking ASA Tabs and seek medical attention immediately, as these may be the first signs of a very serious skin reaction (see section "What side effects can ASA tabs have?"). Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• suffer from other diseases,have allergies ortake other medicines (including those you bought yourself!).

Can ASA-Tabs be taken/used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?Pregnancy

You should not take ASA-Tabs , unless it is clearly necessary and prescribed by a doctor. If taken during the first 6 months of pregnancy, the dose should be kept as low and the duration of treatment as short as possible. Taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) after the 20th week of pregnancy can harm your unborn baby. If you have to take NSAIDs for more than 2 days, your doctor may need to monitor the amount of amniotic fluid in the womb. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should only take ASA tabs after consulting your doctor. ASA-Tabs must not be taken in the last third of pregnancy.

Breastfeeding

ASA-Tabs should not be taken while breastfeeding unless your doctor has given you express permission to do so.

How do you use ASA-Tabs?

Adults and adolescents from 12 years and heavier than 40 kg: 1-2 tablets, repeating every 4-8 hours if necessary. Up to a maximum of 6 tablets daily. The drug should be taken with plenty of liquid, if possible after a meal. It should not be taken on an empty stomach. Adolescents from the age of 12 may only take ASA tabs if prescribed by a doctor and only as a second-line remedy. Children under the age of 12: ASA tabs are not suitable for children under the age of 12 because of the high active ingredient content. In the event of uncontrolled intake (overdose), consult a doctor immediately. Ringing in the ears and/or sweating can be an indication of an overdose. Follow the dosage given in this leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can ASA tabs have?

Stomach problems can occur as a side effect. In rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions such as swelling of the skin and mucous membranes (e.g. blocked nose), skin rashes, asthma, shortness of breath and gastrointestinal ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding, bruising, nosebleeds or bleeding gums can occur. Serious bleeding, which in isolated cases can be potentially life-threatening, has also been reported very rarely. Changes in the intestinal wall, especially after long-term use, have been reported. If signs of a hypersensitivity reaction occur, the drug should be discontinued and your doctor consulted. If the stool turns black or there is blood in the vomit during treatment, the drug should be discontinued and the doctor consulted immediately. Rarely, dizziness, headaches, blurred vision and confusion occur. Frequency not known: A serious skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome can occur. Symptoms of DRESS include a rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes and an increase in eosinophils (a type of white blood cell). If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else do you need to know?

Store at room temperature (15-25 °C), protected from moisture and out of the reach of children. The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What does ASA-Tabs contain?

1 divisible tablet contains: 500 mg acetylsalicylic acid and excipients.

Approval number

49494 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get ASA tabs? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription. Packs of 20 tablets. In pharmacies only with a doctor's prescription. Packs of 100 tablets.

Authorization holder

Streuli Pharma AG, 8730 Uznach. This leaflet was last checked by the Medicines Agency (Swissmedic) in June 2022.