Dispersible Aspirin Tablets is one of a group of medicines which have analgesic (pain relief ), anti-inflammatory (reduce swelling) and antipyretic (reduce temperature) properties. Aspirin also acts on the blood helping to prevent the formation of blood clots.

The usual dosage(s) are described below: Your doctor’s advice should be sought before starting long-term aspirin treatment. Adults: The usual dose for long-term use is 1-2 tablets (75-150mg) once daily. In some circumstances a higher dose may be appropriate, especially in the short-term, and up to 4 tablets (300mg) a day may be used on the advice of a doctor. Children: Not recommended. These tablets should be dissolved or mixed with water before taking with or after food. Swallow the tablets immediately after dispersing them in water. If symptoms persist you should consult your doctor.

Each dispersible tablet contains Aspirin 75 mg, which is the active ingredient. The tablets also contain: citric acid, lactose, maize starch, saccharin sodium, calcium carbonate (E170).

This medicine can be taken by adults. However, some people should not take this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first. If you are taking this medicine for the first time, talk to your doctor to make sure it is suitable for you. Do not take: •If you have a stomach ulcer, or have had one •If you have haemophilia or other blood clotting disorders •If you are allergic to aspirin, or any other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (you may have had asthma, itchy skin or a runny nose after taking them) •If you have asthma •If you are pregnant or breastfeeding •If you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains lactose) Talk to your pharmacist or doctor: •If you take other medicines – blood thinning drugs (e.g. warfarin), tablets for diabetes (e.g. glibenclamide), methotrexate (used to treat cancer, skin and rheumatic problems), medicines for gout, corticosteroids (e.g. prednisolone), ibuprofen (for pain and inflammation) Do not drink alcohol (wine, beer, spirits) whilst taking this medicine. Other important information There is a possible association between aspirin and Reye\'s syndrome when given to children. Reye\'s syndrome is a very rare disease, which can be fatal. For this reason aspirin should not be given to children aged under 16 years, unless on the advice of a doctor.