Aspirin

Aspirin is a salicylate NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. It is used for the relief of mild to moderate pain such as headache, dysmenorrhoea, myalgias and dental pain. In the treatment of minor febrile conditions, such as colds or influenza, aspirin can reduce temperature and relieve headache and joint and muscle pains. Aspirin is also used for its antiplatelet activity in the initial treatment of cardiovascular disorders such as myocardial infarction and for the prevention of ischaemic stroke in patients at risk.

Pronunciation

Aspirin 100mg + Glycine 45mg

Aspirin 80mg

Aspirin enteric-coated 100mg

Generic Name 藥名	HA Code 藥物代碼	Classification藥物分類
Paracetamol Tablet 500mg	PARA01	Panadol

Mechanism of Action

Pain relief Anticoagulation therpay Anti-inflammatory effect Non-opioid Analgesic (NSAID) Anti-inflammatory agent Anticoagulant

Dosage

See Anticoagulant

As an analgesic and antipyretic:

Oral	300 to 900 mg, repeated every 4 to 6 hours, to a max of 3.6 g daily.

Indications for aspirin therapy in children is limited because of the risk of Reye’s syndrome. Mild to moderate pain: 300-900 mg q4-6h PRN, max 4g.