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Disprin Tablet

Manufactured byReckitt Benckiser
ContainsAspirin
Description
Disprin Tablet is a prescription medicine. The higher doses of this medicine are used to relieve pain, swelling, and fever. It also has anti-platelet properties (prevents blood clot formation), thus the lower doses of the medicine are used to treat or prevent heart attacks, strokes (decreased blood flow to your brain), and angina (heart-related chest pain). Disprin Tablet works by stopping the production of chemical substances in your body that cause pain, fever, and inflammation (redness and swelling). It also prevents the formation of blood clots in your blood vessels. This lowers the chance of heart attack and stroke. Disprin Tablet may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, heartburn, headache, drowsiness, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or become severe. Disprin Tablet is recommended to be taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort, or taken as advised by your doctor. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment based on the condition you are being treated for. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. Disprin Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to it. It is not recommended for use if you have bleeding disorders (disorders in which blood does not clot properly), NSAID-induced asthma (breathing problems associated with the use of a class of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), or peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach and intestine). Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver, kidney, or other conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Disprin Tablet

  • Abdominal pain
  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • Yellow colored eyes or skin
  • Skin rash
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Drowsiness
  • Irritability
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Unexplained tiredness
  • Easy Bruising and bleeding

Uses of Disprin Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Pain and inflammation
  • Prevention of heart attack and stroke
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Disprin Tablet can be observed within 5 to 30 minutes of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Duration of action of Disprin Tablet differs as per the form in which it is administered. Follow are the duration of action as per the dosage form: Immediate-release: 4 to 6 hours Platelet inhibitory effects last for an average duration of 10 days.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Disprin Tablet, as it may increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Disprin Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Disprin Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy, especially during the last three months of pregnancy, unless prescribed by your doctor. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Disprin Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as this medicine may pass into breastmilk and cause harm to your baby. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Allergy

Avoid taking Disprin Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Bleeding disorder

Disprin Tablet is not recommended for use if you have active bleeding or haemorrhagic disorders such as haemophilia (a condition where your blood does not clot normally), von Willebrand's disease (a bleeding disorder caused by low levels of clot protein in your blood), or telangiectasia (a condition where small blood vessels located near the skin surface widen). This medicine prevents blood clot formation by permanently reducing platelet (cells that form clots) aggregation, thus increasing your bleeding time.

NSAID-induced asthma

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is a class of medicines used to relieve pain and swelling. Asthma is a condition in which a person's airways become inflamed, narrow, and swell, which makes it difficult to breathe. Disprin Tablet is not recommended for use in case of NSAID-induced asthma (breathing problems associated with the use of NSAIDs).

Peptic Ulcer

Disprin Tablet is not recommended for use if you have peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of your stomach and intestine due to excess acid production). This medicine may further cause stomach and intestinal bleeding and worsen your health condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Disprin Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy, especially during the last three months of pregnancy, unless prescribed by your doctor. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Disprin Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as this medicine may pass into breastmilk and cause harm to your baby. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
General warnings

Kidney diseases

Disprin Tablet is filtered by the kidneys and removed from the body via urine. Hence it should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may cause an accumulation of the medicine in the body. This may cause an increased risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function while you are taking this medicine.

Stomach and intestinal conditions

Disprin Tablet may increase the risk of bleeding, therefore it should be used with caution if you have a history of peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach and intestine) or gastrointestinal bleeding.

Liver diseases

Disprin Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of liver toxicity. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function while you are taking this medicine.

Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency

Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase is an enzyme that is responsible for the proper functioning of red blood cells. Its deficiency may lead to the breakdown of red blood cells. Disprin Tablet should be used with caution if in case of Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency as it may lead to anaemia (low red blood cells).

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Disprin Tablet . Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take excess dose than prescribed by your doctor. Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Disprin Tablet .
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Disprin Tablet, as it may increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding.
Interaction with Medicine

Methotrexate

Captopril

Diclofenac

Antacids

Disease interactions

Gastro-Intestinal toxicity

Gastrointestinal toxicity is a condition that affects your stomach and intestine. The symptoms of gastrointestinal toxicity are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, etc. Disprin Tablet should be used with caution as it may increase the risk of developing stomach discomfort and gastrointestinal (stomach and intestinal) bleeding. Use it only upon your doctor’s prescription.

Reye's Syndrome

Reye's syndrome is a life-threatening condition that can cause serious liver and brain damage. Disprin Tablet is not recommended for use in children with a fever, flu-like symptoms, or chickenpox (viral infection that causes an itchy, blister-like rash on the skin) due to the increased risk of Reye's syndrome.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Disprin Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow as a whole with a sufficient amount of water. Take it at the same time daily for ease of remembering. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with this medicine, as it increases the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Disprin Tablet works by stopping the production of certain natural substances in your body that cause fever, pain, and swelling. It also prevents the formation of blood clots in your blood vessels, thus lowering the chance of heart attack and stroke.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Antiplatelet agents, Aminosalicylates

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Feb 2023

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