Pain Expeller 300mg contains aspirin as its active ingredient. Like other aspirin-containing medications, it may cause several side effects, which can vary in severity and frequency.
Common side effects include:
- Dizziness
- Irritation of the gastric mucosa, leading to dyspepsia (indigestion)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach upset or heartburn
- Loss of appetite
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Headache or tiredness
Some individuals are more sensitive to aspirin, especially those with asthma. They may experience:
- Skin eruptions (rashes)
- Paroxysmal bronchospasm (sudden asthma attacks)
- Dyspnoea (labored breathing)
- Urticaria (hives)
- Angioedema (swelling, especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- Rhinitis (nasal inflammation)
Gastrointestinal bleeding is a possible risk, which can manifest as:
- Haematemesis (vomiting blood)
- Malaena (black/tarry stools)
- Stomach/abdominal pain
- Vomitus that looks like coffee grounds
Other potential side effects, especially with high or prolonged dosing, include:
- Increased bleeding time due to decreased platelet function
- Hypoprothrombinaemia (impaired blood clotting)
- Blood disorders such as thrombocytopenia
- Easy bruising or unusual bleeding
- Allergic reactions (may be serious)
- Confusion, loss of balance, or severe headache (with overdose)
If you experience symptoms such as severe allergic reaction (swelling, rash, trouble breathing), significant bleeding, severe stomach pain, or vomiting blood, seek medical attention immediately[1][3][7].