Arthritis/rheumatic disorders:
Indications for: EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER
Arthritic and rheumatic conditions.
Adult Dosage:
Rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis and pleurisy of SLE: initially 3g daily in divided doses; target plasma salicylate level 150–300mcg/mL. Osteoarthritis: up to 3g/day in divided doses. Spondyloarthropathies: up to 4g/day in divided doses.
Children Dosage:
JRA: initially 90–130mg/kg per day in divided doses; target plasma salicylate level 150–300mcg/mL.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Contraindications:
NSAID allergy. Viral infection in children and teenagers. 3rd trimester pregnancy.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Warnings/Precautions:
History of asthma or peptic ulcer. Severe hepatic or renal dysfunction. Bleeding disorders. Diabetes. Gout. Pregnancy, nursing mothers: not recommended.
See Also:
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Classification:
Salicylate.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Interactions:
Potentiates anticoagulants, hypoglycemics, methotrexate, acetazolamide, valproic acid, highly protein-bound drugs. Urinary alkalinizers, antacids, corticosteroids may increase excretion. May antagonize ACE inhibitors, β-blockers, diuretics, uricosurics. Increased bleeding risk with NSAIDs or chronic, heavy alcohol use. NSAIDs increase risk of renal dysfunction.
Adverse Reactions:
GI upset/bleed, prolonged bleeding time, anaphylaxis, salicylism.
How Supplied:
Ext Str tabs, caplets, Plus—50; Ext Str gelcaps—40, 80; Bayer Tabs—12, 24, 50, 100, 200, 300, 365; Caplets—50, 100, 200
Nonnarcotic analgesics:
Indications for: EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER
Pain. Fever.
Adult Dosage:
500mg–1g every 4–6hrs; usual max 4g daily.
Children Dosage:
Use chewable tabs.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Contraindications:
NSAID allergy. Viral infection in children and teenagers. 3rd trimester pregnancy.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Warnings/Precautions:
History of asthma or peptic ulcer. Severe hepatic or renal dysfunction. Bleeding disorders. Diabetes. Gout. Pregnancy, nursing mothers: not recommended.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Classification:
Salicylate.
EXTRA STRENGTH BAYER Interactions:
Potentiates anticoagulants, hypoglycemics, methotrexate, acetazolamide, valproic acid, highly protein-bound drugs. Urinary alkalinizers, antacids, corticosteroids may increase excretion. May antagonize ACE inhibitors, β-blockers, diuretics, uricosurics. Increased bleeding risk with NSAIDs or chronic, heavy alcohol use. NSAIDs increase risk of renal dysfunction.
Adverse Reactions:
GI upset/bleed, prolonged bleeding time, anaphylaxis, salicylism.
How Supplied:
Tabs—12, 24, 50, 100, 200, 300, 365; Caplets—50, 100, 200; Gelcaps—40, 80; Ext Str tabs, caplets, Plus—50; Ext Str Gelcaps—40, 80; Children's—36
