Ft Aspirin

Drug Details

Aspirin is a medication primarily used to lower fever and alleviate mild to moderate pain related to muscle aches, toothaches, the common cold, and headaches. Additionally, it helps to reduce pain and swelling associated with arthritis. As a salicylate and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), aspirin works by inhibiting a natural substance in the body to decrease pain and swelling. It's crucial to consult a doctor before administering this medication to children under 12 years, as aspirin can lead to poisoning in children, so it should always be kept out of their reach. For certain individuals, a doctor may recommend a low dose of aspirin to prevent blood clots, which in turn lowers the risk of stroke and heart attack. After surgeries that involve clearing blocked arteries, such as bypass surgery, carotid endarterectomy, or the placement of a coronary stent, aspirin may be prescribed in low doses to act as a "blood thinner." It achieves this by preventing platelets, a type of blood cell, from clumping together.