Why do i get pains when i take aspirin?

Question

every time i take aspirin, i get, like, these pains in my upper chest where my throat and esophagus are. i noticed it must be aspirin because it happens when i take Excedrin and bayer and those both contain aspirin in the ingredients. it usually happens three hours after i take the pill when it kicks in and the chest pains last for about 30 minutes or maybe a little longer or lesser. i thought it might be that i'm allergic to aspirin, but i'm not sure. anyone have any ideas?

Answer 1

It sounds like heartburn. Aspirin is tough on your stomach and can cause heartburn or even stomach bleeding. Take it with food, or take a gentler painkiller like acetominophen.