You should know the risks and warnings of Loprin to prevent its misuse.
There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So if you are taking any medicine its always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.
The risks and warnings associated with Loprin are:
1. Loprin in pregnancy
You should take Loprin during pregnancy only if your health care provider prescribes it. They may decide it based on the risk versus benefit ratio.
Otherwise, taking analgesics during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimester, can be injurious to your baby's health. Women of childbearing age should keep in mind to leave it as soon as they conceive. But before leaving it, you should consult with your healthcare provider. Do not leave it without the permission of your healthcare provider.
2. Breastfeeding
Mothers who are breastfeeding their child should take Loprin only on the advice of their healthcare provider as some of its concentration can be present in breast milk and affect your child's health.
3. Allergic to Aspirin
If you are allergic to Aspirin, do not take Loprin or any other medicine with the same generic name, as it can result in a life-threatening condition called anaphylactic shock. Anaphylactic shock is a rare but severe allergic reaction which if not treated at the right time can be life-threatening.
It shows the signs and symptoms such as hives, pale skin, labored breathing, itching, excessive salivation, feeling too warm, a weak and rapid pulse, nausea, vomiting, runny nose, sneezing, swollen lips and tongue, wheezing, dizziness, low blood pressure, and tingling hands, feet, mouth, or scalp.
4. Skin reaction
If you ever have had a skin reaction known as Steven Johnson syndrome upon Loprin intake, do not take it next time. Tell your healthcare provider your complete medical history.
5. Glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
Patients who have a condition called glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, must take Loprin with extreme caution as it can cause hemolysis.
6. Malnutrition
People suffering from long-term malnutrition must take Loprin with caution.
7. Dehydration
If a patient has lost a lot of fluid and is dehydrated, they should be given paracetamol IV with caution.
8. Gastric ulcers
People suffering from gastric ulcers and acidity must take Loprin with extreme caution because it inhibits the chemicals that protect the lining of your gastrointestinal tract.
Also, it can cause ulceration in your stomach lining when taken for the long term. Your doctor may prescribe a gastroprotection along with Loprin.
9. Anticoagulants or bleeding disorders
If you are taking anticoagulants for thinning of your blood, or you have any bleeding disorder, take Loprin only on the advice of a healthcare provider. It inhibits the chemicals responsible for making clotting factors, and anticoagulants also do that. When taken together, they can result in bleeding due to increased anticoagulant action.
10. Kidney disease
Patients suffering from kidney disease must take Loprin with caution because it can itself cause kidney impairment when taken for a long time.
12. Asthma
Loprin can precipitate existing asthma. Therefore, take it with caution if you are asthmatic.
