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Aspirin overdose





Aspirin overdose

Definition:

This is poisoning from taking an excessive amount of aspirin.


Alternative Names:
Acetylsalicylic acid overdose; Aspergum overdose; Bufferin overdose; Ecotrin overdose
Poisonous Ingredient:

Acetylsalicylic acid


Where Found:

Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) can be found in many prescription and over-the-counter pain relievers, including:

  • Alka Seltzer
  • Anacin
  • Bayer
  • Bufferin
  • Ecotrin
  • Excedrin
  • Fiorinal
  • Percodan
  • St. Joseph's
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.



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