ST SPRIN 150

ST Sprin 150 is a tablet containing aspirin 150 mg with a gastro-resistant (enteric) coating. Most people know aspirin as a pain and fever tablet. At low doses, such as 75 to 150 mg, it is used for a different purpose: protecting the heart and brain from clots.

How it works: Platelets are tiny blood cells that clump together to stop bleeding after an injury. Inside a narrowed artery, the same clumping can form a clot that blocks blood flow, causing a heart attack or an ischemic stroke. Aspirin blocks an enzyme (COX-1) inside platelets, which reduces the chemical thromboxane A2 that makes them stick together. This effect is irreversible for the life of the platelet, which is why a small daily dose is enough.

What the gastro-resistant coating does: Aspirin can irritate the stomach lining. The coating resists stomach acid and dissolves later in the small intestine. This can reduce direct stomach irritation. However, aspirin's effect on stomach protection also acts through the bloodstream, so the coating does not remove the risk of stomach bleeding or ulcers. Precautions still apply.

Product at a glance: ST Sprin 150 is a gastro-resistant tablet containing aspirin 150 mg for clot prevention in patients prescribed low-dose aspirin, taken once daily, swallowed whole. It is marketed by Steris Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. (Jaipur, India), WHO-GMP and ISO certified, in packs of 14 tablets.

Product Information

Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg Uses

A doctor may prescribe low-dose aspirin 150 mg in these situations:

• After a heart attack (myocardial infarction): to lower the risk of another one
• Unstable angina or acute coronary syndrome: to reduce clot formation in the coronary arteries
• After a stent (angioplasty) or bypass surgery (CABG): to keep stents and grafts open, often together with another antiplatelet medicine
• After an ischemic stroke or TIA (mini-stroke): to reduce the chance of another event
• Stable coronary artery disease or peripheral artery disease: as a long-term preventive measure in selected patients
• Selected high-risk patients: a doctor may consider it for certain people who have not yet had an event. This decision is individual, because for many healthy people the bleeding risk outweighs the benefit.

Important: Do not start aspirin for "heart protection" on your own, even if a relative takes it. Whether it suits you depends on your history, age, blood pressure and bleeding risk.

Why Is ST Sprin 150 Important?

Heart attacks and strokes are leading causes of death and disability in India, and they often strike at a younger age here than in many other countries. A major reason is the high burden of diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking and sedentary lifestyle.

For someone who has already had a cardiac or brain event, or has stents, the risk of a repeat event is highest in the first months and remains elevated for years. Daily antiplatelet therapy is one of the simplest, best-studied steps in preventing that repeat event. In many patients, taking it every day without gaps is as important as the medicine itself.

What happens when patients stop on their own:

• A stent can clot, which can cause a sudden heart attack
• The risk of a new stroke can rise
• Gaps often occur because patients feel well and assume the medicine is no longer needed

That is why adherence matters, and why a 14-tablet pack (two weeks) should be restocked before it runs out.

Why this matters for Indian patients and clinics: cardiologists, neurologists and physicians need dependable, GMP-manufactured low-dose aspirin, and pharmacies and hospitals need consistent supply for chronic-therapy patients.

Key Benefits 

• Helps prevent blood clots: reduces platelet clumping in arteries.
• Lowers the risk of repeat heart attack and stroke: in patients with established disease, as prescribed.
• Supports stent and graft protection: commonly part of therapy after angioplasty or bypass.
• Low daily dose: one small tablet a day.
• Gastro-resistant coating: designed to dissolve in the intestine, which may lessen direct stomach irritation.
• Long-established, widely studied medicine: decades of clinical use in cardiovascular care.
• Simple routine: once daily, which helps adherence.
• Made under WHO-GMP and ISO standards: assured manufacturing quality from Steris Healthcare.

Precautions Before Taking 

Tell your doctor before starting if you:

• Have had a stomach ulcer, gastritis, acidity problems or any GI bleeding. Aspirin raises the chance of bleeding even with the coating.
• Have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners such as warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban or dabigatran.
• Have asthma or nasal polyps. Aspirin can trigger wheezing in some people (aspirin-sensitive asthma).
• Are allergic to aspirin, diclofenac, ibuprofen or similar pain medicines.
• Have kidney or liver disease.
• Have gout. Low-dose aspirin can raise uric acid levels slightly.
• Have uncontrolled high blood pressure. It raises the risk of bleeding in the brain.
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use only if your doctor advises. It is generally avoided in the last three months of pregnancy.
• Are scheduled for surgery, tooth extraction or any procedure. Your doctor will advise whether and when to pause it.

Possible Side Effects

Most people tolerate low-dose aspirin well, but side effects can occur.

Common:

• Heartburn, indigestion or stomach discomfort
• Nausea
• Easy bruising
• Nosebleeds or bleeding gums
• Prolonged bleeding from small cuts

Less common:

• Stomach pain or gastritis
• Skin rash or itching
• Ringing in the ears (more likely at higher doses)
• Wheezing or breathlessness in aspirin-sensitive people

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I buy Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg online?
Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg can be purchased online through licensed pharmacies in India, subject to prescription requirements. Before purchasing, verify the product name, strength, manufacturer, pack size, expiry date, and authenticity.

2. What is the price of Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg?
The price may vary depending on the brand, manufacturer, pack size, pharmacy, and applicable offers or taxes. For the current price, contact the pharmacy or Steris Healthcare directly.

3. Can I order Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg online?
Yes, it may be ordered online through a licensed pharmacy when a prescription is required. The pharmacy may verify the prescription before processing the order.

4. Is Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg available from Steris Healthcare?
Availability depends on current stock and distribution. To confirm whether Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg is available from Steris Healthcare, contact the company directly with the required product and pack-size details.

5. What is Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg used for?
Aspirin 150 mg has antiplatelet activity and may be prescribed to reduce the formation of blood clots in people at risk of certain cardiovascular events, such as heart attack or ischemic stroke. It should only be used for prevention when recommended by a healthcare professional.

6. What is the composition of Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg?
Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg contains acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) 150 mg as the active pharmaceutical ingredient. The inactive ingredients may vary depending on the manufacturer and formulation.

7. Is a prescription required for Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg?
Prescription requirements can vary by product and local dispensing rules. Because regular aspirin can increase the risk of bleeding and is not appropriate for everyone, use Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg only according to medical advice.

8. How should Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg be taken?
Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Gastro-resistant tablets should generally be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed, as doing so can affect the protective coating. Follow your doctor's instructions regarding timing and duration.

9. What should I know before buying Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg?
Before buying, inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, bleeding disorders, asthma triggered by aspirin/NSAIDs, kidney or liver problems, or if you take blood thinners or other medicines that increase bleeding risk. Seek medical advice before using aspirin during pregnancy.

10. How can I order Aspirin Gastro-Resistant 150 mg online?
To order online, select a licensed pharmacy, provide a prescription when requested, verify the product name, strength, pack size, manufacturer, and expiry date, and complete the pharmacy's ordering process. For availability from Steris Healthcare, contact the company directly.