Empirin Side Effects

Generic name: aspirin

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 14, 2024.

Note: This document contains side effect information about aspirin. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Empirin.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to aspirin: compounding powder, oral capsule, oral capsule extended release, oral delayed release capsule, oral delayed release tablet, oral gum, oral powder for reconstitution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet disintegrating, oral tablet dispersible, oral tablet extended release, rectal suppository.

General adverse events

The more commonly experienced adverse effects include indigestion, dyspepsia, bleeding, and bruising.^[Ref]

Renal

• Frequency not reported: Interstitial nephritis, papillary necrosis, renal insufficiency and failure^[Ref]

Hematologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Increased bleeding tendencies
• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Aplastic anemia agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia
• Frequency not reported: Prolongation of prothrombin time, disseminated intravascular coagulation, coagulopathy, antepartum and postpartum bleeding, anemia^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Anaphylactic reactions including shock
• Frequency not reported: Urticaria, angioedema, skin rashes^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Urticaria
• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Steven-Johnson syndrome, Lyell's syndrome, erythema nodosum, erythema multiforme
• Frequency not reported: Purpura, hives^[Ref]

Hepatic

• Frequency not reported: Transient elevations of hepatic enzymes, hepatitis, Reye's syndrome, hepatic insufficiency^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Frequency not reported: Thirst, dehydration, hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis, respiratory alkalosis, hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, hyperuricemia, salt and water retention^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Hemorrhagic vasculitis
• Frequency not reported: Dysrhythmias, hypotension, tachycardia^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Frequency not reported: Cerebral edema, coma headache, subdural or intracranial hemorrhage, seizures, lethargy, dizziness^[Ref]

Other

• Frequency not reported: Fever, hypothermia, hearing loss, tinnitus (at high doses), hearing disturbances^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Frequency not reported: Rhabdomyolysis^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Frequency not reported: Hyperpnea, pulmonary edema, tachypnea, epistaxis, dyspnea, bronchospasm, asthma^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Common (1% to 10%): Dyspepsia,
• Frequency not reported: GI bleeding, ulceration, perforation, nausea, vomiting, pancreatitis, gastric irritation, GI erosions, gastritis, melena, hematemesis, gingival bleeding^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Menorrhagia
• Frequency not reported: Proteinuria^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Frequency not reported: Agitation, confusion^[Ref]

See also:

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Further information

Empirin side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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