Salicylates

Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES

8.18 SALICYLATES

Aspirin (ASA) / Anti-inflammatory, platelet aggregation inhibitor

DESCRIPTION

• Commonly used over the counter analgesic with thrombolytic properties.

INDICATIONS

• New chest pain suggestive of acute MI.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug or active ulcer disease.

PRECAUTIONS

• GI bleeding and upset. Possible side effects: Heartburn, nausea and vomiting. Not recommended for Pediatric patients.

DOSAGE

• 162 -324 mg chewed.