What is baby aspirin?

The lowest dose of aspirin is 81 mg, which is also known as baby aspirin . Low-dose aspirin therapy has shown to decreased the risk of adverse cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality, but it may increase the risk of severe bleeding.

Is aspirin safe during pregnancy?

The use of aspirin during pregnancy is considered safe as long as the daily dose does not exceed 100 mg .

Is aspirin safe for children?

Aspirin should not be administered to children under the age of 12 due to the increased risk of Reye's syndrome . Reye's syndrome is a severe acute encephalopathy linked to aspirin use in children.

Is aspirin effective for fever?

Aspirin is effective in lowering fever, pain, and inflammation . It reduces fever and pain by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are naturally occurring substances.

What happens if alcohol is taken with Aspirin?

The effectiveness of aspirin is unaffected by a small amount of alcohol consumption. However, consuming excess alcohol with aspirin may result in dangerous side effects, such as stomach bleeding.

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Paternity Testing - Whose Baby Is It Anyway? - Glossary

Creator: Dr. Reeja Tharu
Keywords: Paternity Testing, Whose Baby, Glossary

Written by - Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond)

Last Updated on Aug 20, 2020

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Published on Jun 09, 2011
Last Updated on Aug 20, 2020