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Aspirin Low Dose (Pharmacy Action) TM
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Active ingredients: aspirin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHARMACY ACTION Low Dose Aspirin 100mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the treatment of patients with known cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease an antiplatelet agent for prophylaxis against acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, transient ischaemic attack and cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Orange coloured circular, biconvex coated tablet having Heart shape embossed on one side and plain on other side.
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 10, pack
- 14, pack
- 60, pack
- 30, pack
- 28, pack
- 90, pack
- 84, pack
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 120, pack
- 180, pack
- 168, pack
- 150, pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient aspirin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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