ASA 50mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Zydus Cadila |
| Active Ingredient | Aspirin (50mg) |
| Salt Synonyms | Acetylsalicylic Acid |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Acylsalicylic Acid Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | BLOOD RELATED |
| Action Class | NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Salicylates) |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 380 |
FAQ
How long does ASA 50mg takes to clear from the body?
It takes around 10 days for ASA 50mg to get cleared from the body after completely stopping this medicine.
Will I need to stop ASA 50mg before surgery or dental procedure?
ASA 50mg may increase the risk of bleeding during a surgery or dental procedure. Therefore, you may be asked by your doctor to stop taking ASA 50mg. You should not stop taking it on your own.
How long should I take ASA 50mg for?
You should be taking ASA 50mg for the rest of your life unless stopped by your doctor.
Why is ASA 50mg given in pregnancy?
ASA 50mg is generally not recommended in pregnancy unless you have certain medical conditions like pre-eclampsia or other clotting disorders.
When will I feel better after taking ASA 50mg?
ASA 50mg is known to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. You may not feel any difference after taking ASA 50mg. Keep taking it as prescribed by your doctor, you will be getting the benefits.
What is the best time to take ASA 50mg?
Take ASA 50mg as prescribed by your doctor. According to a recent study, taking ASA 50mg at night time, before you go to sleep, is more effective in reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
What if you forget to take ASA Tablet?
If you miss a dose of ASA 50mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
ASA 50mg Tablet Reviews
ASA 50mg is an antiplatelet medicine used to treat and prevent heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related chest pain (angina). It helps to prevent the formation of blood clots in your blood vessels. It is a very widely used medicine for heart protection.
ASA 50mg is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. The dose that is right for you depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as recommended by your doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine are heartburn or upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting. These are not usually serious but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them. This medicine may sometimes cause you to bleed more easily (for example you may get nosebleeds or bruises).
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had a prolonged problem when your blood did not clot properly or if you have had an ulcer or bleeding in your stomach or intestine. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, also tell your doctor if you have trouble with your liver or kidneys, have high blood pressure, or asthma. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. It is usually not recommended in later stages of pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
ASA 50mg is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. The dose that is right for you depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as recommended by your doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine are heartburn or upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting. These are not usually serious but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them. This medicine may sometimes cause you to bleed more easily (for example you may get nosebleeds or bruises).
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have ever had a prolonged problem when your blood did not clot properly or if you have had an ulcer or bleeding in your stomach or intestine. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, also tell your doctor if you have trouble with your liver or kidneys, have high blood pressure, or asthma. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. It is usually not recommended in later stages of pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
How ASA 50mg Tablet Works
ASA 50mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action. It works by preventing platelets from sticking together which decreases the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.
How to Use ASA 50mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ASA 50mg is to be taken with food.
Benefits of ASA 50mg Tablet
- In Treatment and prevention of Heart attack: ASA 50mg prevents the formation of blood clots in blood vessels thereby reducing the risk of future heart attacks or strokes. In larger doses, ASA 50mg may be used in the treatment of a heart attack or a stroke that has been caused by a blood clot. It stops the blood clot that is blocking the supply of blood to the heart from growing any bigger.
- In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain): ASA 50mg works as a blood thinner and is used in small doses to reduce the risk of blood clots forming. It prevents platelets from sticking together thereby preventing the formation of harmful blood clots. This means you are less likely to suffer from angina, a heart attack, a stroke, or other blockages of blood vessels. It is likely to be prescribed if you have a high risk of cardiovascular disease and should be taken regularly (usually for the rest of your life) to have a preventive effect.
Uses of ASA 50mg Tablet
- Treatment and prevention of Stroke
- Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
- Treatment and prevention of Heart attack
ASA 50mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
UNSAFE
ASA 50mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ASA 50mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with ASA 50mg.
Kidney
CAUTION
ASA 50mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of ASA 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of ASA 50mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
ASA 50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of ASA 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of ASA 50mg is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
ASA 50mg should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Quick Tips
- ASA 50mg helps prevent future heart attack and clot-related (ischemic) stroke.
- It is generally well-tolerated with minimum side effects.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may make you bleed more easily. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects, or cutting fingernails or toenails.
- Inform your doctor if you notice blood in your vomit or have black/tarry stools.
- Stop taking ASA 50mg and tell your doctor if you have ringing in your ears, unusual bleeding, or nausea or vomiting that does not go away.
References
- Aspirin [product Monograph]. Mississauga, ON: Bayer Inc.; 2022.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 92-97.