Aspirin, Alumina, and Magnesium (Cama)

Category:

• Analgesic

Description:

• Antiinflammatory analgesic

Indications:

• Temporary relief of minor arthritic pain

Contraindications:

• Children/teenagers with flu or chicken pox symptoms (due to aspirin and Reye Sndrome association)

• Asthma, bleeding problems, ulcers, patients on anticoagulants, salicylate allergy

Precautions:

• Do not use during last 3 months of pregnancy

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

• Tinnitus, dizziness

• Rash

Dosage:

Administered orally:  Each tablet contains:            

• aspirin 500mg

• magnesium oxide 150mg

• aluminum hydroxide 125mg

Adults: PO 2 tablets every 6 hours with a full glass of water.  Do not exceed 8 tablets daily.  Do not use in children under 12 years.