acetylsalicylic acid/fever

The objective was to compare the efficacy and safety of naproxen (NXN) to acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) in the treatment of acute rheumatic fever (ARF). The data of 338 children were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were grouped according to joint and valve involvement and also drug chosen

OBJECTIVE Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA [aspirin]) is a commonly used over-the-counter drug for the treatment of pain, fever, or colds, but data on the safety of this use are very limited. The aim of this study was to provide data on the safety of this treatment pattern, which is of interest to

The fever induced by E. coli pyrogen (LPS) is accompanied by a rise of FFA and glycerol level. All tested antipyretics inhibited both thermogenesis of lipolysis produced by LPS. These results suggest that the antipyretic effect of antipyretic drugs is not confined to their action on heat-dissipating

Postpericardiotomy syndrome (PPS), a potential complication of open heart surgery, has a variable clinical course and severity. This study evaluated the effectiveness of acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) prophylaxis in preventing PPS after surgical closure of atrial septal defects (ASDs) in pediatric

Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is used to treat a broad range of symptoms and disorders. Since its discovery in 1897, it has been used to treat fever and rheumatic pain, to inhibit the formation of thrombocytes, to prevent myocardial ischemia and strokes, and as preventive medication against neoplasms.

Question A 7-year-old child in my office was recently discharged from the hospital after receiving intravenous immunoglobulin for Kawasaki disease. Should I continue treatment with acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), and if so, what is the appropriate dose? Answer The role of ASA for Kawasaki disease during

BACKGROUND Dual antiplatelet therapy with clopidogrel plus acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is used for the treatment of acute coronary syndrome. A combined formulation of ASA and clopidogrel has been developed to provide dosing convenience and improve adherence. OBJECTIVE This study was designed to

Carditis is the only manifestation of acute rheumatic fever that leads to permanent disability. Hence, its diagnosis is of paramount importance. Recently, it has been reported that Doppler echocardiography has disclosed subclinical valvar regurgitation in some patients with acute rheumatic fever