Question 1

good afternoon, everyone. is it okay to give allopurinol to a patient who's using aspirin?

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: It should be fine to give allopurinol to a person who is taking aspirin. There is no interaction between these 2 medicines so they are ok to take together. Good luck!

Question 2

is it ok to take aspirin everyday?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor: Aspirin taken daily, in low doses, may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer, but it has deleterious effects as well.  You should consult your doctor before self medicating with Aspirin or any other drug/medication.

Question 3

what is zyloprim (allopurinol) used for?

Accepted Answer

Zyloprim: Gout and high uric acid.

Question 4

i took 6 aspirins and 1 antibiotic is it bad?

Accepted Answer

6 aspirins: Why are you taking so many aspirins (I presume six a day), and why are you taking an antibiotic?

If you have been told by your doctor to take 6 antibiotics a day, please find another doctor.

If a doctor has not told you to take six a day , she/he is correct.

Question 5

what could happen if you overdose on aspirin?

Accepted Answer

If you are having: thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 6

are there any repercussions of taking daily aspirin?

Accepted Answer

Stomach irritation: Stomach irritation ( gastritis) is common and a slight increased risk of bleeding is expected.

Question 7

is asa aspirin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Asa stands for acetylsalicylic acid which is the chemical name for plain old aspirin.

Question 8

do percocets have aspirin in them?

Accepted Answer

No.: Percocet is oxycodone compounded with acetaminophen.

Question 9

i took aspirin and now feel drowsy ?

Accepted Answer

Not  common reaction: Feeling drowsy or somnolent is nota common reaction to aspirin. If this happens again you should report it to your primary care physician.

Question 10

what are the risks of taking aspirin?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Bleeding & stomach problems are most common.

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I took 6 aspirins and 1 antibiotic is it bad?

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What could happen if you overdose on aspirin?

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Are there any repercussions of taking daily aspirin?

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I took aspirin and now feel drowsy ?

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