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Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Aspirin may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
How to take it
THE TABLETS Dosage in adults, the elderly and children over the age of 16 years: Take 1 to 3 tablets with water, every 4 hours. Do not take more than 4 doses in any 24 hours. A lower dose is recommended for the elderly. When taking this medicine, it is important to remember the following:
- Do not give to children aged under 16 years unless told to by your doctor
- Do not exceed the stated dose
- Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY if you accidentally take too many tablets
- If you miss a dose, do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose
- If symptoms persist for more than 3 days consult your doctor
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some. If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the tablets. See a doctor at once:
- You are sick and it contains blood or dark particles that look like coffee grounds
- Pass blood in your stools or pass black tarry stools
- Stomach problems including pain, indigestion or heartburn
- Allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling of the face, neck or throat, worsening of asthma, difficultly in breathing
- Bleeding on the brain which may cause a severe headache or stroke These other effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to a pharmacist:
- Feeling sick, being sick, changes to the stomach lining (swelling or ulcers)
- Increased bleeding time when you cut yourself, bleeding under the skin which may look like bruising
- Nose bleeds (if a nose bleed is severe or lasts for a long time, talk to a doctor straight away)
- Hearing problems (e.g. ringing in the ears) feeling dizzy (vertigo), feeling confused Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme, Website: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine. 5. STORING YOUR MEDICINE Keep your medicine in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it. Do not store above 25°C. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the packaging. 6. MORE ABOUT YOUR MEDICINE The active ingredient in these tablets is aspirin 300mg. The inactive ingredients are potato starch, lactose, and talc. MA Holder and manufacturer: Aspar Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Albany House, Acrewood Way, St Albans, AL4 0JY. The distributor is The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA. Aspirin 300mg tablets are available in blister packs of 2, 4, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48, 50, 96 or 100 tablets and they are also available in container packs of 8, 16, 24, 25, 32, 50, 100, 250, 500, 1000 or 5000 tablets (Not all pack sizes are marketed). PL 08977/0002
Frequently asked questions about Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets
How do I take Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets?
Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets comes as tablet containing 300mg. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets?
The active substance in Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets is aspirin.
Are there equivalent medicines to Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Boots Aspirin 300mg Dispersible Tablets. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots Aspirin 300mg Tablets without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: aspirin
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
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Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.