Aspro Brausetable 500 mg 20 pcs

What is ASPRO 500 and when is it used?

Aspro 500 contains the active ingredient acetylsalicylic acid. This has analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Aspro 500 is suitable for short-term treatment, i.e. for a maximum of 3 days of mild to moderately severe, acute pain (headache, toothache, pain in the area of ??joints and ligaments, back pain) and for the symptomatic treatment of fever and/or pain associated with colds.

Adolescents from the age of 12 only after medical advice Prescription and only as a second-line drug (see «When should you be careful when taking Aspro 500?»).

What should be considered?

Aspro 500 must not be used for more than 3 days unless prescribed by a doctor.Painkillers should not be taken regularly for a long time without medical supervision. Prolonged pain requires medical supervision.The dosage specified or prescribed by the doctor must not be exceeded.It should also be borne in mind that long-term use of painkillers can contribute to headaches persisting.Long-term use of painkillers, especially when several painkillers are combined, can lead to permanent kidney damage with the risk of kidney failure.

When can ASPRO 500 not taken/used?

You must not use Aspro 500 in the following cases:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients or have had shortness of breath or allergy-like skin reactions after taking acetylsalicylic acid, other salicylates or other painkillers or rheumatism drugs, so-called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.If you have a stomach and/or z have a duodenal ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding.In the case of chronic intestinal inflammation (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis).If you have a pathologically increased tendency to bleed.In the case of severe impairment of liver or kidney function.In the case of severe heart failure.For the treatment of pain after a coronary bypass operation 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 Aspro 500 be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding?»).In children under 12 years of age.

When should caution be taken when taking / using ASPRO 500?

During treatment with Aspro 500, ulcers in the mucous membranes of the upper gastrointestinal tract, rarely bleeding or, in isolated cases, perforations (ruptures in the gastrointestinal tract). 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.Older people 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.You should only take Aspro 500 with a prescription and under medical supervision in the following situations:

• If you are currently being treated by a doctor for a serious illness.If you fr&have previously suffered from a stomach or duodenal ulcer.If you have heart disease or kidney disease or if you have increased fluid loss, e.g. due to heavy sweating, diarrhea or after major surgery; Taking Aspro 500 can affect the way your kidneys work, which can lead to an increase in blood pressure and/or fluid retention (oedema).If you have a liver problem.

If you have asthma, hives, nasal polyps, hay fever or other allergies, if you have a rare hereditary disease of the red blood cells called "glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency" and if you are being treated with anticoagulants («blood thinners», anticoagulants) or blood pressure lowering agents (antihypertensives) should only be taken according to strict instructions from the doctor.

Patients who have to eat a low-salt diet on medical advice (e.g. kidney problems, severe heart failure) should only use Aspro 500 effervescent tablets in exceptional cases because of the high sodium content.Adolescents from the age of 12 with fever, flu, chickenpox or other viral diseases may only take Aspro 500 on the doctor's instructions and only as a second-line drug. If these diseases lead to disturbances of consciousness with vomiting or after they have subsided, the doctor should be consulted immediately.

If Aspro 500 is used for a longer period of time, the effect of cortisone preparations, antispasmodics (antiepileptics), blood thinners, digoxin and lithium preparations against depression can be increased. 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 antirheumatic drugs or methotrexate (which is taken, for example, for chronic polyarthritis; see also the section «When should Aspro 500 not be used?») may increase the undesirable effects.Aspro 500 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 you take them at the same time Aspro 500 and antidiabetics (e.g. insulin, sulfonylureas) can lower the blood sugar level.Even in small doses, acetylsalicylic acid reduces the excretion of uric acid. This can trigger gout in patients who already have a low level of uric acid excretion.

In conditions with an increased risk of bleeding (e.g. menstrual bleeding or injuries), caution is advised, especially during and after surgical interventions (including minor interventions such as tooth extractions) there may be an increased tendency to bleed.

The doctor or dentist should be asked or informed about the intake before surgical interventions. This medicinal product contains 251 mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) per effervescent tablet. This is equivalent to 12.5% ??of the recommended maximum daily dietary intake of sodium for an adult. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you should be on a low-salt (low-sodium) diet.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

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May ASPRO 500 during pregnancy orr be taken / used while breastfeeding?Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should only take Aspro 500 after consulting your doctor. Aspro 500 should not be taken during the last third of pregnancy.

Breastfeeding

Aspro 500 should not be taken while breastfeeding unless your doctor has expressly permitted it.As a precautionary measure, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use ASPRO 500?

Adults and adolescents from 12 years and heavier than 40 kg: Dissolve 1-2 effervescent tablets in a glass of water and take after a meal if possible. If necessary, repeat application every 4-8 hours. A daily dose of 6 effervescent tablets must not be exceeded for adults.

Adolescents from the age of 12 may only take Aspro 500 with a doctor's prescription and only as a second choice.

Children under 12: Aspro 500 is not suitable for children under 12 because of the high active ingredient content.

The effervescent tablet must not be divided at the decorative groove.

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.

Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or 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 ASPRO 500 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. There have been reports of changes in the intestinal wall, especially after long-term use.

If signs of a hypersensitivity reaction occur, the drug should be discontinued and the 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. Dizziness, headaches, blurred vision and confusion rarely occur.If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be taken into account?

Store Aspro 500 effervescent tablets at room temperature (15-25 °C) and out of the reach of children.The medicine may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist, or your doctor, pharmacy can provide you with further information rin or druggist. These people have the detailed information for specialists. The medicine may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature (15-25°C).Keep the container in the outer carton in order to protect from light (and/or moisture).Keep out of the reach of children.For more information, ask your doctorPharmacist or druggist or your doctor. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does ASPRO 500 contain?

1 effervescent tablet contains 500 mg acetylsalicylic acid (active ingredient) and excipients.

Active ingredients

Acetylsalicylic acid

Excipients

Mannitol (E 421), malic acid (E296), povidone, do cusat sodium, sodium hydrogen carbonate (E500), sodium carbonate, citric acid, sodium saccharin, lemon flavoring (lemon oil, maltodextrin)

Authorization number

41547 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get ASPRO 500? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Packs with 20 effervescent tablets with a decorative groove.

Authorization holder

Bayer (Schweiz) AG, 8045 Zurich.

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in September 2021..