It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Ascriptin before taking it.
What is Ascriptin
Ascriptin is in a group of drugs called salicylates. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Ascriptin also reduces fever. Rectal Ascriptin is given as a suppository to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. Ascriptin is also used to treat the symptoms of arthritis and rheumatic fever. Rectal Ascriptin may also be used for purposes not listed in Ascriptin guide.
Ascriptin side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
black, bloody, or tarry stools;
blood in your urine;
coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding;
wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing;
decreased hearing or ringing in the ears;
seizure ; or
dizziness, confusion, or hallucinations.
Less serious side effects may include:
nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; or
rectal irritation.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Can Ascriptin be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Ascriptin?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to Ascriptin or other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Arthrotec, Cambia, Cataflam, Voltaren, Flector Patch, Pennsaid, Solareze), diflunisal (Dolobid), etodolac (Lodine), flurbiprofen (Ansaid), indomethacin (Indocin), ketoprofen (Orudis), ketorolac (Toradol), mefenamic acid (Ponstel), meloxicam (Mobic), nabumetone (Relafen), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Treximet), piroxicam (Feldene), and others.
Rectal Ascriptin should not be used in a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Ascriptin can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have:
Kawasaki disease;
a bleeding or blood clotting disorder such as hemophilia;
glaucoma;
a stomach ulcer or bleeding;
a weak immune system;
asthma or nasal polyps;
high blood pressure or heart disease;
kidney disease; or
liver disease.
Ascriptin may be harmful to an unborn baby, and may also cause problems with pregnancy or childbirth. Do not use rectal Ascriptin without medical advice if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether rectal Ascriptin passes into breast milk or if it could harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take Ascriptin?
Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger or smaller amounts, or use it for longer than recommended.
This medication comes with patient instructions for using the rectal suppository. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Do not take an Ascriptin rectal suppository by mouth. It is for use only in your rectum.
Remove the outer wrapper from the suppository before inserting it. Avoid handling the suppository too long or it will melt in your hands.
Try to empty your bowel and bladder just before using the rectal Ascriptin suppository.
Lie on your back with your knees up toward your chest. Gently insert the suppository into your rectum about 1 inch.
For best results, stay lying down after inserting the suppository and hold it in your rectum for a few minutes. The suppository will melt quickly once inserted and you should feel little or no discomfort while holding it in. Avoid using the bathroom for at least an hour after using the suppository.
Call your doctor if you still have a sore throat after 2 days of using rectal Ascriptin, if you still have a fever after 3 days, or if you still have pain after 10 days of treatment (5 days for a child). Tell your doctor at any time if you have new or worsening symptoms.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using rectal Ascriptin.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using rectal Ascriptin. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
Store the rectal suppositories at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not refrigerate or freeze them.
What other drugs will affect Ascriptin?
Ask your doctor before using an antidepressant such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), or sertraline (Zoloft). Taking any of these medicines while you are using Ascriptin may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use rectal Ascriptin if you are also using any of the following drugs:
alprostadil (Caverject, Edex);
eptifibatide (Integrilin);
tirofiban (Aggrastat);
probenecid (Benemid);
divalproex (Depakote) or valproic acid (Depacon, Depakene);
an antacid or laxative;
a blood thinner such as heparin or warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven);
cancer medicine such as abciximab (Reopro), methotrexate (Folex, Rheumatrex, Trexall);
an antifungal such as itraconazole (Sporanox) or ketoconazole (Nizoral);
medication used to prevent blood clots, such as alteplase (Activase), clopidogrel (Plavix), dipyridamole (Persantine), ticlopidine (Ticlid), and urokinase (Abbokinase);
salicylates such as Disalcid, Doan's Pills, Dolobid, Salflex, Tricosal; or
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with rectal Ascriptin. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Can Ascriptin be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Ascriptin be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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