Is it safe to give a 3 year old children's aspirin?

Answer 1

There are elixirs and tablet forumlations of Children's Aspirin which, as the name implies, are specially formulated for children. With aspirin, it's a good idea to check with your doctor before using it. If you can't do that, at least be sure to read the label and follow the recommended dosage.

Answer 2

In general, aspirin use should be restricted to those that are at leat 18 years old. Reason being, in people less than 18 there is a potential to develope Reye's Syndrome, which is a potentially fatal adverse event. This mainly occurs after a viral infection or after the administration of a live vaccine. Since viral infections can go unnoticed, it is best to avoid taking it if you are less than 18.

Answer 3

you should not give aspirin to any child under age 19 years

Parents generally know that they shouldn't give aspirin to their kids. They may not know exactly why, but most are aware that it can be dangerous.

Of course, the reason to avoid these medications is because they can increase your child's chances of developing Reye's syndrome if they take them while they also have a viral infection, such as the flu or chicken pox.

According to the CDC, 'Reye's syndrome causes confusion, agitation, and delirium, and it can result in long-term neurologic complications, coma, and death in as many as one-third of patients affected by the disorder', which are all very good reasons to avoid giving your child aspirin.

Fortunately, there has been a sharp decline in the incidence of Reye's syndrome since parents were educated to avoid aspirin. While there were 555 cases in 1980, since 1994 there have only been less than 2 cases a year in the United States.

The more routine use of chickenpox and flu vaccine should also help to decrease the incidence of Reye's syndrome.

Medicines with aspirin or acetylsalicylic acid can include:

• Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid
• Bayer Children's Aspirin
• St. Joseph Adult Chewable Aspirin
• and many others in caplet and tablet form, like Anacin, Buffrin, Ecotrin, Excedrin...

It is important to remember that you should not give these medicines with aspirin to any child under age 19 years, unless specifically directed to do so by your doctor. There are some conditions, especially Kawasaki disease, where aspirin is an important treatment though, and the benefits outweigh any risk.

Since teens may take medicines on their own, they should also be educated about what medications to avoid, especially when they have a febrile viral illness, like chickenpox or the flu.

Answer 4

Children age 18 and under should never take aspirin unless instructed to do so by a doctor! Aspirin in children and teens who have, or are recovering from, chicken pox or flu-like symptoms can cause a serious, potentially fatal illness called Reye's syndrome. When they do take aspirin, consult a doctor immediately if they have changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting, which can be an indication of Reye's syndrome.

When children and teens need OTC pain relievers and fever reducers, it's best to give them acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) unless directed otherwise by your doctor.

Answer 5

Reyes syndrome

Answer 6

Reyes syndrome

Answer 7

yes

Answer 8

No