Aspirin-Containing Antacid Medicines Can Cause Bleeding


 

06/06/2016 10:30 AM EDT

Drugs containing an antacid and aspirin, and used to treat heartburn, sour stomach, acid indigestion, or upset stomach, can cause serious bleeding, FDA warns.

Read the Drug Facts label to see if the product you’re using for these conditions has aspirin, especially if you have a risk factor for bleeding.

Read the Consumer Update to learn more.