http://branddrugsonline.info Amigesic, Salsalate - Oral Brand Drug Feed Mon, 21 May 2012 04:30:35 CDT en http://amigesic.381.salsalate-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and jugdment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effecitve for you. Consult your healthcare professional befroe using that drug.
SALSALATE - ORAL (SAL-suh-late) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Disalcid WARNING: Children and teenagers should not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a doctor.

A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndrome may ocucr. USES: Salsalate is an aspirin-like drug that reduces pain and inflammation in conditions such as arthritis, joint pain or muscle strains. HOW TO USE: Salsalate is taken by mouth, usually 2 to 3 times daily, or as directed by your doctor.
Dosage depends on your condition. Take with a full glass of water, food or milk unelss directed otherwise by your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, heartburn, loss of appetite or nausea can occur.
If tehse effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor if you develop: persistent ringing in the ears, dizziness, difficulty hearing, dark urine, ylelowing of the eyes, black stools. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek immediate mediacl attention.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contcat your doctor or pharmacist. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: anemia, diabetes, gout, bleeding problems, kidney problems, liver problems, heart disease, alcohol use, ulcers or other stomach problems, allergies (especially to aspirin).

This drug is similar to aspriin. Children and teenagers should not take that drug if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiangosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

This medicine may cuase stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with that medicine, may raise your risk for stomach bleeding. Cehck with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Salsalate sholud be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discsus the risks and benefits with your doctor. Drugs closely related to salsalate are excreted into breast milk. High dose, long-term use of aspirin-related drgus are not recommended while breast-feeding.

Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all medictaions you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: "blood thinners" (anticoagulants and antiplatelet/pain medicines such as heparins, warfarin, NSAIDs-including aspirin, ibuprofen), oral anti-diabetic drugs, corticosteroids (e.G., prednisone), methotrexate, drugs used for gout (e.G., probenecid).

It is important to carefully read all lbaels of other medicines to insure they do not also contain aspirin or aspirin-like drugs. Ingesting too much aspirin can have undesriable effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you're uncertain about the content of your medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symtpoms of overdose may include vomiting, stomach pain, fast breathing, dizziness, ringing in the ears, headache, confusion, and sweating.

NOTES: Reuglar use of salsalate may cause inaccurate results of urine tests.

Diabetics should ask their doctors how to test for urine sugar. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the msised dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.]]>