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Aspirina Caplets Aspirin 500 mg Tablet, 50-count

by Bayer HealthCare LLC. · 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (0280-0161-01) / 50 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
NDC 00280-0161-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 0280-0161-01 billing pads the labeler segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 0280-0161-01
Product NDC 0280-0161
11-digit billing NDC 00280016101
RxCUI 198471
UNII R16CO5Y76E
UPC 0312843605244
Application # M013
SPL Set ID 2e6f5ba8-8e8b-6059-e063-6394a90adcd5
Established class (EPC) Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor
Mechanism of action Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Physiologic effect Decreased Prostaglandin Production; Decreased Platelet Aggregation
Chemical class Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2025-05-01
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET
Substance ASPIRIN
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 0280-0161-01 — a 4-4-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the labeler segment → 00280-0161-01. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor class.

Pharmacologic class Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Drug family (ATC) Other agents for local oral treatment, Platelet aggregation inhibitors excl. heparin, Salicylic acid and derivatives
How it works Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBayer HealthCare LLC.
FDA applicationM013 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code00280
First marketedMay 2025
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio240 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Aspirin is used to: reduce fever relieve mild to moderate pain and inflammation prevent heart attacks, strokes or mini-strokes reduce the risk of death in people who are experiencing or who have had a heart attack Aspirin is in a group of medications called salicylates. It works by blocking natural substances that cause fever, pain, swelling, and blood clots. Aspirin is also available in combination with other medications such as pain relievers and cough and cold medications. This monograph only includes information about the use of aspirin alone. If you are taking a combination product,...

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Aspirin is used to temporarily relieve common minor pains — things like headaches, backaches, muscle aches, toothaches, menstrual cramps, and discomfort from a cold — and to reduce...
  • Generally, no — aspirin should not be given to children under 12. More importantly, children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chickenpox or a flu-like illness should n...
  • Yes, stomach upset, heartburn, and nausea are real possibilities with aspirin. Taking it with a full glass of water helps. Some people tolerate enteric-coated or delayed-release fo...
  • Does aspirin upset your stomach? What can I do about it?
📖 Read our full Aspirin guide →
3
Nutrient depletion considerations

Aspirin may be associated with lower levels of 3 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

🧪 Full Aspirin nutrient depletion report →
An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

💊 What it looks like

Color white
ShapeOval
ImprintAspirina
Size17 mm
ScoringNot scored
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII R12CBM0EIZ
    A natural wax derived from a Brazilian palm tree, used as a coating and polish on tablets and capsules. It creates a smooth, shiny finish that protects the medicine and improves appearance.
  • UNII ECW0LZ41X8
    A synthetic red dye used to color tablets and capsules. It helps make medicines visually distinctive so patients can easily identify their medication.
  • UNII L06K8R7DQK
    A synthetic blue dye approved by the FDA for use in medications and foods. It serves as a colorant to make pills and liquids visually distinct and easier to identify.
  • UNII WZB9127XOA
    A synthetic red dye used to color medications and make them easier to identify. It serves as a colorant in tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations.
  • UNII 3NXW29V3WO
    Hypromellose is a plant-based thickener made from cellulose. It's used in medicines as a binder to hold ingredients together, a coating for tablets, and a thickener for liquids.
  • UNII SMD1X3XO9M
    Powdered cellulose is a fine, plant-based powder made from purified wood fibers. In medicines, it acts as a filler to add bulk and volume, and helps tablets or capsules hold together during manufacturing and storage.
  • UNII 6DC9Q167V3
    Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
  • UNII 46N107B71O
    Shellac is a natural resin secreted by the lac beetle. It's used as a coating on tablets and capsules to control how quickly the medicine dissolves and to improve appearance and stability.
  • UNII O8232NY3SJ
    A plant-based carbohydrate derived from corn kernels. It acts as a filler to add bulk, a binder to hold ingredients together, and a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach for absorption.
  • UNII 15FIX9V2JP
    Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.
  • UNII XHX3C3X673
    Triacetin is a clear, oily liquid made from glycerin and acetic acid. It works as a plasticizer and solvent in medicines, helping soften coatings and improve how liquids mix together in formulations.

11 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statescarnauba wax, corn starch, D&C red #7 calcium lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, hypromellose, powdered cellulose, propylene glycol, shellac, titanium dioxide, triacetin cera de carnauba, almidón de maíz, laca de calcio D&C rojo #7, laca de aluminio FD&C azul #2, laca de aluminio FD&C rojo #40, hipromelosa, celulosa en polvo, propilenglicol, goma laca, dióxido de titanio, triacetina

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
ℹ️
No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Aspirina Caplets 500 mgthis 00280-0161-01 Bayer 50 tablets — — FDA listed —
BAYER Aspirin Extra Strength Caplets 500 mg 00280-2020-10 Bayer 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Aspirin Extra Strength 500 mg/5001 49483-0382-00 Time-Cap 100000 tablets — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

🏛️
2025
On the market since
May 2025
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
1 year listed
🔒
·
No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Aspirina Caplets (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Fatigue31,747
Dyspnoea27,130
Nausea26,299
Diarrhoea26,257
Dizziness22,258
Headache19,471
Asthenia18,681

Age at onset

Neonate871
Infant273
Child651
Adolescent309
Adult28,326
Elderly50,243

Reporter sex

508,648 reports
Male · 51%
Female · 49%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization199,580
Death46,501
Life-threatening24,723
Disabling15,151
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2023 2024 2025 2026 30,687 14,386
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
00280-0161-01 You're viewing this 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (0280-0161-01) / 50 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC 2025-05-01 Active

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 0280-0161-01, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 00280-0161-01, written without dashes as 00280016101. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 00280-0161-01, the first segment (00280) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Bayer HealthCare LLC.; the middle segment (0161) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (01) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Bayer HealthCare LLC.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Bayer HealthCare LLC. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 55 words ▾

Uses/Usos temporarily relieves Minor aches and pains due to: headache muscle pain toothache menstrual pain colds minor pain of arthritis temporarily reduces fever alivio temporal de dolores menores a causa de lo siguiente: dolor de cabeza dolor muscular dolor de muelas dolores menstruales resfrios dolores menores a causa de la artritis reduce temporalmente la fiebre

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 83 words ▾

Directions/Intrucciones drink a full glass of water with each dose adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 or 2 caplets every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 8 caplets in 24 hours children under 12 years: consult a doctor beber un vaso de agua lleno con cada dosis adultos y niños mayores de 12 años: tomar 1 o 2 cápsulas cada 4 o 6 horas sin exceder 8 cápsulas en 24 horas niños menores de 12 años: consultar al médico

⚠️ Warnings ~1 min read ▾

Warnings/Advertencias Reye’s syndrome : Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert : Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock Stomach bleeding warni ng: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding.

The chance is higher if you are age 60 or older have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed Síndrome de Reye : Los niños y adolescentes que tienen varicela, o se están recuperando de ella o tienen síntomas parecidos a los de la gripe, no deben usar este producto.

Cuando se utiliza este producto, si se producen cambios en la conducta y se presentan náuseas y vómitos, consulte a un médico porque estos síntomas podrían ser un signo temprano del síndrome de Reye, una enfermedad rara pero grave. Alerta de alergia : La aspirina puede provocar una reacción alérgica grave que puede incluir: urticaria edema facial asma (sibilancia) choque Advertencia de sangrado estomacal : Este producto contiene un fármaco antiinflamatorio no esteroideo (AINE), que puede causar una grave hemorragia estomacal.

Las posibilidades son mayores si usted tiene 60 años o más ha tenido úlceras estomacales o problemas de sangrado toma un anticoagulante o un medicamento esteroideo toma otros medicamentos que contienen antiinflamatorios no esteroideos (AINE) con o sin receta (aspirina, ibuprofeno, naproxeno u otros) toma 3 o más bebidas alcohólicas todos los días mientras usa este producto toma más o por más tiempo de lo indicado

🧪 Active Ingredient 27 words ▾

Active ingredient (in each caplet)/Principio activo (en cada cápsula) Aspirin 500 mg (NSAID) * * - nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug Aspirina 500 mg (AINE)* *Fármaco antiinflamatorio no esteroid

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 66 words ▾

Inactive ingredients/Principios inactivos carnauba wax, corn starch, D&C red #7 calcium lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, hypromellose, powdered cellulose, propylene glycol, shellac, titanium dioxide, triacetin cera de carnauba, almidón de maíz, laca de calcio D&C rojo #7, laca de aluminio FD&C azul #2, laca de aluminio FD&C rojo #40, hipromelosa, celulosa en polvo, propilenglicol, goma laca, dióxido de titanio, triacetina

🎯 Purpose 5 words ▾

Purposes/Efectos Pain reliever/fever reducer Analgésico/antifebril

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.