Chodang Aspirin Enteric-Coated Tablets 100 mg (Aspirin)

Adult dose

Enteric-coated tablets: Adults 1 tablet once daily; do not exceed high doses without a doctor’s prescription. Enteric-coated capsules: Adults 1 capsule once daily; do not exceed high doses without a doctor’s prescription.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks daily, so it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist. This medication is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to salicylates or those with peptic ulcers, aspirin-induced asthma, hemophilia, severe liver dysfunction, renal impairment, or cardiac failure. Pregnant women in the third trimester should not take this medication. Patients with poor kidney or liver function, abnormalities in cardiovascular circulation, a history of blood disorders, bronchial asthma, those undergoing surgery, children under three years old, the elderly, and patients taking anticoagulants should use this medication cautiously. This medication can cause various adverse reactions such as allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood disorders, gastrointestinal disturbances, liver dysfunction, renal impairment, and more. If symptoms arise, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Particularly, this medication can increase the risk of bleeding due to its antiplatelet effects, so caution is required for patients before and after surgery or those with bleeding tendencies. This medication has a risk of Reye's syndrome in children under 14 years old with chickenpox or influenza, so it should be used cautiously and only when necessary, with close observation of the patient's condition. Overdosing this medication can lead to symptoms of poisoning such as hallucinations, convulsions, coma, and respiratory paralysis, so the prescribed dosage must be adhered to. There are many interactions with other drugs, so always consult a professional when taking this medication alongside anticoagulants, hypoglycemic agents, ibuprofen, etc. During pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, this medication can have severe effects on both the fetus and the mother, so it should not be used. It is also not to be taken during breastfeeding. Elderly patients may experience adverse reactions more easily, so starting with a low dose and monitoring their condition closely is advisable. This medication is enteric-coated, so care should be taken not to damage the enteric coating, and it should not be taken with alkalizing agents. Finally, store this medication out of reach of children and keep it in its original container to maintain the quality of the product.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, generalized flushing, angioedema, shock, severe allergic reactions, serious skin adverse reactions (erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exfoliative dermatitis, DRESS syndrome), aplastic anemia, anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, impaired platelet function, hemolytic anemia, gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcers and perforation, liver dysfunction (liver abnormality, jaundice), acute renal failure, severe swelling, severe headache

Mild side effects

Loss of appetite, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, erythema, itching, nasal congestion, rash, swelling, symptoms of rhinitis, conjunctivitis, ringing in the ears, earache, dizziness, headache, agitation, and infrequently, temporary liver damage due to elevated liver transaminases, hyperventilation, metabolic acidosis

Drug interactions

This medication may increase bleeding or decrease renal function when used in combination with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and salicylate preparations. Do not use with methotrexate at doses of 15 mg or more for a week. Some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as anticoagulants, ibuprofen, naproxen, thrombolytics, other antiplatelet agents, hemostatic agents, and diabetes treatments (insulin preparations, tolbutamide, etc.) may interact with this medication.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is also important to store it at a cool temperature between 1°C and 25°C to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White round enteric-coated film-coated tablet

Package unit

1000 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP × 10)], 500 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle