Treats pain, fever, arthritis, and swelling.Belongs to two classes of drugs called salicylates and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Brand Names:
Tricosal, Trilisate
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin or pain and arthritis medicine such as Motrin®, Advil®, Naprosyn®, etc. This medicine should not be given to children or teenagers with fever, chickenpox, or symptoms of the flu or viral infection. You should not use this medicine if you have an active ulcer or bleeding problem
Uses:
Tablet, Liquid
You doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
Take the tablet after meals or with food. Drink a full glass of water after taking each tablet.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
May be mixed with fruit juice.
If a dose is missed:
May be taken as soon as possible.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store the tablets in a tightly closed container at room temperature, away from heat, light, and moisture. Store the oral liquid in the refrigerator in a light-resistant container; do not freeze.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are using a blood thinner (Coumadin®), probenecid or cortisone medicine (prednisone).
You should not use tetracycline or ketoconazole within 3 to 4 hours of taking this medicine.
Warnings:
Check with your doctor before using if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have asthma, kidney problems, or a history of ulcers.
May cause incorrect results with some urine sugar tests used by patients with diabetes.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
