dow 6 Flashcards
1
Q
generic
A
aspirin acetylsalicylic acid
2
Q
brand names
A
bayer
anacin
3
Q
classification
A
anti-pyretic
analgesic
4
Q
uses
A
relieve pain
reduce fever
5
Q
route
A
per oral (tablet, gum)
rectal
6
Q
common side effects
A
nausea
vomiting
stomach pain
heart burn
7
Q
serious side effects
A
hives, rashes
fast breathing or heart beat
cold, clammy skin
bloody vomit or stool
swelling of e,n,m,t
8
Q
considerations
A
-aspirin is a blood thinner (works quickly one injected- heart attacks)
-should not be taken with other nsaid or analgesic
-can cause reye’s syndrome in children and teens
-many adverse reactions with other drugs (coumadin- blood thinner, BP meds)
