Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ecotrin as follows: Ecotrin intake can result in thinning of blood and contribute to poor clotting and uncontrolled bleeding episodes, even on slightest injuries. Patients taking Ecotrin can occasionally present with episodes of internal bleeding, resulting in red colored urine, bleeding per rectum, black tarry stools, and increased formation of ecchymosis and bleeding into the skin. Also, be aware of any symptoms of sudden weakness, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ecotrin as follows: Ecotrin use can result in tinnitus or ringing sensation in the ears and progressive hearing loss, especially when taken in high dose. Report to your physician regarding any compromise with the hearing and ringing sensation in the ears, so that, Ecotrin could be discontinued or dose changed and an alternative plan of care considered. Prolonged intake of high doses of Ecotrin can [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ecotrin as follows: Check with your physician before taking any other OTC NSAIDs, while taking Ecotrin. Taking Ecotrin along with other NSAIDs, such as, Advil and Aleve, can increase the risk for progressive damage to renal function. Also, overdose of NSAIDs can exacerbate the risk for gastric upset caused by Ecotrin and increase the chances for irritation of stomach lining and formation of gastric ulcers. [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ecotrin as follows: For individuals with increased risk for presenting with gastrointestinal upset and burning sensation in the stomach, Ecotrin could also be administered as an enteric-coated tablet. This coating helps with preventing the symptoms of stomach upset, from Ecotrin intake. Swallow the enteric-coated tablet as a whole, using a glass of water. Ecotrin can interact with a lot of medications and OTC products, leading [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ecotrin as follows: Ecotrin is available in various strengths and is available OTC. When buying Ecotrin OTC, make sure to check the medication label, if it were the same dose recommended. Also, Ecotrin is available in combination with many other medications. If you are prescribed only Ecotrin, make sure that you are not getting it in combination with any other medications. Take this medication as [...]