Aspirin for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Overview
Aspirin is an over-the-counter medication used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation. Aspirin is sold under the brand name Bayer.

Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is believed that Aspirin helps treat the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) by suppressing substances that contribute to inflammation and pain signals.

How do I take it?
Take Aspirin according to directions given by your doctor or found on the medication package. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

Aspirin comes as a tablet or caplet.

Side effects
The FDA-approved label for Aspirin lists common side effects including bleeding, gastrointestinal ulcers, abdominal pain, upset stomach, rash, drowsiness, and nausea.

For more details about this treatment, visit:

Bayer – RxList
http://www.rxlist.com/aspirin-drug.htm