NSAID pain relieverIndian prescription status not found in lists checkedJan Aushadhi listedAppears in banned-combination list entries
Aspirin
अस्पिरिन
Aspirin is an NSAID pain reliever. This label describes it for temporary relief of minor aches and pains. It can cause serious stomach bleeding and should not be used by children or teenagers with chickenpox or flu-like illness because of Reye's syndrome.
- Generic name
- Aspirin
- Used for
- Temporary relief of minor aches and pains, or other uses as directed by a doctor.
- Label used
- Tablets label, oral, DailyMed set 7ce4807e, effective 2026-09
- Prescription status (India)
- Not found in the Schedule H/H1/X/G lists we checked
- On NLEM 2022
- Not found in the list we checked
- NPPA price ceiling
- Not listed in the lists we checked
More facts
- Jan Aushadhi
- Listed (4 product rows)
- Banned combinations
- 1 entries mention it; use the checker for your combination
Compiled from official drug labels and Indian government sources. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's advice.
Safety at a glance
- AlcoholCaution in label textSee wording
- PregnancyCaution in label textSee wording
- BreastfeedingNot mentioned in label text
- DrivingNot mentioned in label text
- KidneyCaution in label textSee wording
- LiverCaution in label textSee wording
Taken only from the label text cited on this page. "Not mentioned" does not mean safe. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.
What is aspirin used for?
The label describes temporary relief of minor aches and pains, or use as recommended by a doctor.
It notes this product has delayed action and will not give fast relief of headaches or symptoms needing immediate relief.
- Minor aches and pains
- Other uses only as a doctor directs
It is for temporary relief of minor aches and pains.
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How does aspirin work?
The label we reviewed does not describe how aspirin works.
The label does not explain how it works.
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How is aspirin usually taken?
This page covers the US label for aspirin tablets taken by mouth, with the dosing the label gives for adults and, where the label says so, children.
This is label-level information, not personal advice. Indian pack labels may differ, and your prescriber's instruction always comes first.
For adults and children 12 years and over, the label describes 4 to 8 tablets every 4 hours, with a full glass of water with each dose.
The label says not to exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours unless a doctor directs. For children under 12, it says to consult a doctor.
- Take with a full glass of water
- Do not exceed 48 tablets in 24 hours
- Children under 12: consult a doctor
Take with a full glass of water and stay within the daily limit.
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What are the side effects of aspirin?
Common
- Stomach bleeding
- Ringing in the ears or hearing loss
- Asthma-type wheezing
Serious: get help
- The label lists stomach bleeding signs, allergic reactions, and ringing in the ears or hearing loss as reasons to stop use.
- It also says to stop and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days, fever lasts more than 3 days, or new symptoms, redness or swelling appear.
- Allergic reaction such as hives or facial swelling
Stomach bleeding and allergy are the main serious risks.
Who should be careful with aspirin?
The label warns that children and teenagers with chickenpox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product because of Reye's syndrome.
Stomach bleeding risk is higher at age 60 or older, with past ulcers, with blood thinners or steroids, with other NSAIDs, with 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily, or if taken more or longer than directed.
Do not use if allergic to aspirin or other pain relievers. Ask a doctor first with stomach problems, high blood pressure, heart, liver or kidney disease, diuretics or asthma.
- Reye's syndrome risk in children and teens
- Stomach bleeding risk
- Do not use if allergic
- Ask a doctor with heart, kidney or liver disease
- Pregnancy: ask a health professional
Stomach bleeding, allergy and Reye's syndrome are key risks.
What medicines interact with aspirin?
- Blood thinners
- Steroids
- Other NSAIDs
- Drugs for gout, diabetes or arthritis
- The label says to ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if taking a prescription drug for gout, diabetes or arthritis.
- It also lists blood thinners, steroids and other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen as raising bleeding risk.
No match in this label text. Ask your pharmacist about any medicine you take.
Blood thinners and other NSAIDs raise bleeding risk.
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How should aspirin be stored?
The label text we reviewed gives no storage temperature for this product.
Follow the storage line on your own pack, and keep medicines out of the reach of children.
Follow the storage instructions on your pack.
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Is aspirin a prescription medicine in India?
We did not find aspirin in the Drugs Rules 1945 Schedule H, H1, X or G rows we checked, so we cannot state its Indian prescription status from our lists. Ask your pharmacist or doctor.
We did not find aspirin on the National List of Essential Medicines 2022 in the list we checked.
The Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) list we checked has 4 product rows that mention aspirin. We did not capture prices for them.
The banned fixed-dose combination list we checked has 1 entries that mention aspirin. This does not mean the single medicine is banned. Use our checker for a specific combination.
We did not find aspirin in the Schedule H, H1, X or G rows we checked, not found on NLEM 2022.
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What is the price ceiling for aspirin?
Jan Aushadhi lists aspirin products including Aspirin Gastro-resistant Tablets IP 150 mg 150 mg; Aspirin Enteric Coated Tablets IP 75mg 75mg; Aspirin Gastro-resistant 75mg and Atorvastatin 10mg Capsules IP 75mg; Aspirin Gastro Resistant 75mg and Rosuvastatin 10mg Capsules IP 75mg. We have not shown a price for them. Check the pack and the seller for the actual price.
NPPA lists per-unit ceilings where a formulation is scheduled. Check the pack and seller.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I drink alcohol while taking aspirin?
The label says 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product raises stomach bleeding risk. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Is aspirin safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?
The label says to ask a health professional before use and not to use in the last 3 months of pregnancy unless a doctor directs. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Should aspirin be taken with food?
The label says to take each dose with a full glass of water. It does not describe food. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Can aspirin affect driving or alertness?
The label we reviewed does not say. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Can children or older adults take aspirin?
The label says children under 12 should consult a doctor, and children and teens with chickenpox or flu symptoms should not use it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Is aspirin on the NLEM and Jan Aushadhi list?
We did not find it on NLEM 2022. Yes, several aspirin products are in the Jan Aushadhi list we checked.
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Sources
- 1U.S. FDA-approved label (DailyMed) (7ce4807e-7bd5-41f1-a9c7-1f3af6acdc09) Open source · 2026-10-15
- 2U.S. FDA-approved label (DailyMed) (2553d0cb-3f5c-7ea0-e063-6294a90a3cd4) Open source · 2026-10-15
- 3U.S. FDA-approved label (DailyMed) (f300dfbc-7137-79d1-e053-2995a90a636e) Open source · 2026-10-15
- 4PMBJP (Jan Aushadhi) product list (p1:sno4) Open source · 2026-10-15
Compiled by software from the sources above and checked by automated rules. Last checked: 2026-10-15 · How we use sources · Report a correction
This information is educational and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. It does not tell you what dose you personally should take. In an emergency call 112.