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What the FDA labels say about taking them together

Aspirin and fenoprofen

Fenoprofen's FDA label of August 20, 2026 names aspirin in its contraindications section; aspirin's label does not name fenoprofen itself but warns about its class (NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)). The fenoprofen label: “Fenoprofen and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of fenoprofen and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug …”

Check it at the source: the aspirin FDA label on DailyMed (effective September 9, 2025); the fenoprofen FDA label on DailyMed (effective August 20, 2026, Misemer Pharmaceuticals, Inc.).

What does the aspirin label say about fenoprofen?

Aspirin's label does not name fenoprofen itself; it warns about its class (NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)):

Aspirin label, warnings

This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding.

Aspirin label, warnings

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 alcohol drinks every day while using this product take more or for a longer time than directed

Source: FDA drug label (Medique Products Aspirin), Unifirst First Aid Corporation, effective September 9, 2025 (SPL set 9b28fed0-a993-ca72-e053-2995a90ac7fd), via openFDA; the full label on DailyMed

What does the fenoprofen label say about aspirin?

Fenoprofen label, contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS FENOPROFEN CALCIUM is contraindicated in the following patients: Known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to fenoprofen or any components of the drug product [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 , 5.9 ) ] History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Fenoprofen label, drug interactions

Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis Clinical Impact: Fenoprofen and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of fenoprofen and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug alone. Serotonin release by platelets plays an important role in hemostasis. … Intervention: Monitor patients with concomitant use of FENOPROFEN CALCIUM with anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) for signs of bleeding [ see Warnings and Precautions …

Fenoprofen label, warnings and precautions

Exacerbation of Asthma Related to Aspirin Sensitivity: fenoprofen calcium is contraindicated in patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma.

Source: FDA drug label (Fenoprofen Calcium), Misemer Pharmaceuticals, Inc., effective August 20, 2026 (SPL set d33ad329-1ca6-ac2e-e053-2995a90a15c5), via openFDA; the full label on DailyMed

These are the labels' own sentences. PlainMeds does not grade interactions; a pharmacist or prescriber can say what they mean for one person's medicines.

Both medicines on the record

0Aspirin generic labelers
6Fenoprofen generic labelers
AspirinFenoprofen
Labeled forPain, Cough and cold, FeverPain, Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis
Boxed warningNoYes
Pharmacy cost (NADAC)$0.0142 per tablet 81 mg tabletn/a
Shortage nowA presentation being discontinuedNo current entry

Source: FDA NDC Directory, CMS NADAC of October 7, 2026 and the FDA Drug Shortage Database (FDA files October 8, 2026)

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