Common Questions about Aspirin

Is aspirin a blood thinner?

Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It can thin the blood and prevent blood clots.

Is it okay to take aspirin every day?

Your doctor may recommend that you take low-dose aspirin (81 mg) every day if you have had a heart attack or stroke previously. However, if you do not have any history of cardiovascular disease, you should discuss the pros and cons of taking daily aspirin with your healthcare provider. Low-dose aspirin can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, but it can also put you at risk of stomach bleeding.

What is enteric coated aspirin and buffered aspirin?

Enteric-coated aspirin, also called safety-coated aspirin or delayed-release aspirin, is designed to protect the stomach (the medicine passes through the stomach and is released in the intestines). Buffered aspirin contains other ingredients like antacids to lower stomach acidity and prevent damage from aspirin.

Can you take aspirin and ibuprofen together?

Aspirin and ibuprofen are both nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). You should take these two medications together with caution. Take low-dose aspirin at least 30 minutes before or 8 hours after an ibuprofen dose. Do not combine high-dose aspirin and other NSAIDs without checking with your healthcare provider because this can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.

Can children take baby aspirin?

Low-dose aspirin (81 mg) is sometimes called “baby aspirin.” However, baby aspirin is not for use in children or babies. It is called baby aspirin because it contains a low dose of aspirin. Baby aspirin is taken daily to lower the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke.  

What is the price of aspirin without insurance?

Without insurance, aspirin can be as high as $24.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $3.19 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of aspirin with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on aspirin—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for aspirin. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.