Aspirin, ASA

Question 1

Aspirin Class

Answer 1

• NSAID (Analgesic, anti-inflammatory)
• Anti-platelet aggregation agent
• Antipyretic

Question 2

Aspirin Indications

Answer 2

• Chest pain suggestive of AMI

Question 3

Aspirin Contraindications

Answer 3

• Active bleeding disorders
• Under 18 y/o (Reye’s syndrome)
• Pregnancy (D)
• Hypersensitivity

Question 4

Aspirin Precaution

Answer 4

• Caution in patients who report allergies to any NSAID.

Question 5

Aspirin Dosage

Answer 5

Adults: 324 mg PO
Peds: Do not give to children with an acute viral illness including varicella and influenza (Reye’s Syndrome)

Question 6

Aspirin Onset/ Duration

Answer 6

• Onset: 15-30 minutes

* Duration: 4-6 hours

Question 7

Aspirin Side effects

Answer 7

• GI Irritation (i.e. Heartburn)
• GI Bleeding
• N/V
• Hypersensitivity Reaction—bronchospasm, urticaria.
• Prolonged bleeding time

Question 8

Aspirin Interactions

Answer 8

• When administered together, ASA and other anti-inflammatories may cause increased side effects, and increased blood levels of both drugs.
• Administration of ASA with antacids may reduce blood levels by reducing GI absorption.