Aspirin Fact Center - Dosage Information

It is not recommended to use any over-the-counter product beyond the labeled expiration date. Like all drugs, aspirin can deteriorate over time and not be as effective once it is past expiration. Back

How does aspirin work?

Aspirin reduces the production of hormone-like substances called prostaglandins, which are produced in tissues throughout the body. Prostaglandins have many functions. They are part of the chemical messenger systems involved in feeling pain, fever, the redness and swelling that can accompany injuries, and even in contracting certain muscles, for example, the uterus. Since aspirin lowers the amount of prostaglandins, it can help alleviate conditions like pain, fever and the discomfort of menstrual cramps.

Aspirin also reduces production of substances involved in the early stages of our body's blood clotting mechanism. This is why doctors may prescribe aspirin, as part of a regimen, for appropriate individuals to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attack or stroke. Back

Is aspirin safe?

Bayer HealthCare goes to great lengths to ensure that all of our products are safe. To that point, aspirin is one of the most extensively studied drugs in history with a 100-year track record of safety and efficacy. Please be assured that Bayer Aspirin is safe and effective when used as directed. Back

What is meant by "safety coating" or "enteric coating"?

Enteric coating is a delayed-release safety coating that provides added stomach protection. It is designed to allow the aspirin tablet or caplet to pass through the stomach to the small intestine (duodenum) before dissolving.

This delayed release coating means that it will take 2-5 hours for the aspirin to be absorbed. For this reason, products with enteric coating are not recommended for quick pain relief be use in an emergency situation. Enteric coated aspirin is most often used by patients who are taking aspirin on a daily basis under their doctor's supervision or recommendation. Back

Do I need to take aspirin with food?

Why must I take aspirin with a full glass of water?

It is best to take aspirin with a full eight ounces of water to ease swallowing and facilitate absorption of the aspirin. Back

Does Bayer make a "baby aspirin"?

Yes. Baby aspirin is a term often used to mean a low strength, 81 mg aspirin product. Bayer offers the following low dose aspirin products:

Aspirin Regimen Bayer Adult Low Strength 81 mg, Bayer Women's Aspirin Regimen, Bayer Adult Low Strength 81 mg with Calcium Aspirin, Regimen Bayer Chewable 81 mg (orange and cherry flavor) Back

Does Bayer offer any "buffered aspirin" forms?

Yes, our Extra Strength Bayer Plus contains calcium carbonate as a buffering ingredient. It works to help neutralize stomach acid. Back

How is the Bayer Sugar Free Chewable Mint 81 mg formula different from your other chewable formulas?

The Bayer Sugar Free Chewable 81 mg offers the benefits of an aspirin regimen without the sugar. And, when taken regularly, can reduce your risk of a heart attack by 30%.Back

Why is Aspirin Regimen Bayer Chewable 81 mg only available in 36-count bottles?

Because this is a flavored product, we are limited to the 36-tablet size for safety reasons. If a child were to open the package and consume all of the tablets, 36 tablets are considered a non-toxic amount. Please be aware that we offer two other low dose aspirin alternatives in larger count sizes - Aspirin Regimen Bayer Adult Low Strength 81 mg in a 120-count bottle and Bayer Women's Adult Low Strength 81 mg with Calcium in a 60-count size. Back

Are other OTC (over the counter) pain relievers more effective than aspirin?

No OTC analgesic has been proven to be more effective than aspirin. In fact, a dosage of two Extra-Strength Bayer Aspirin has been proven to be as effective on tough pain as the most prescribed dosage of Tylenol® with Codeine #3 in headache and dental pain studies. It is a fact that aspirin is a great choice for active people, whether you've got sore knees from gardening or a throbbing elbow from a tough game of tennis. And only aspirin provides both highly effective for pain relief and additional benefits when taken under the direction of a doctor - the ability to reduce the inflammation and swelling of arthritis, prevent a second heart attack or stroke, and even save lives when taken during a suspected heart attack. Back

Is it true that Extra Strength Bayer Aspirin is as strong as Tylenol® with Codeine #3?

Yes, it's true. Clinical testing (in dental and headache pain) has shown that two ESB Gelcaps are just as effective on tough pain as Tylenol with Codeine #3 in the most prescribed dosage. No over-the-counter pain reliever is more effective at powering away your toughest pain. Back

What is "Toleraid® micro-coating"?

Toleraid refers to the film coating on the aspirin tablet. This very thin coating makes the tablet easier to swallow for those who have difficulty in swallowing uncoated tablets and caplets. Back

What type of starch is used in Bayer aspirin?

We use cornstarch in the various Bayer Aspirin formulations. Back

Do any of the Bayer Aspirin products provide a source of calcium?

Yes, our Bayer Women's Aspirin 81 mg with Calcium contains 300 mg of elemental calcium. This is ideal for women on an aspirin regimen, as directed by a doctor, who need a head start on their daily calcium requirements to help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Back

What is the calcium derived from?

The ultimate source of our calcium is limestone. We do not use oyster shell. Back

Is Bayer Aspirin sodium-free?

Yes. According to FDA guidelines, all of our Bayer Aspirin products are considered sodium-free. Back

What is the purpose of the small gray container in the aspirin bottle?

This container is called a desiccant. Desiccants help absorb any moisture in the bottle. Please be aware that once you open the bottle for the first time, you may remove and discard the desiccant canister. Back

How many "grains" of aspirin are in each caplet?

The amount of aspirin in a tablet, caplet or gelcap may be expressed either in milligrams (mg) or in grains. Please note this simple conversion:

Milligrams	81	325	500	650
Number of Grains	1.25	5.0	7.7	10.0

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