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Aspirin
What is Aspirin
Warnings
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Aspirin.Aspirin Reviews: What are patients saying about Aspirin?
Patient Q&A Section about aspirin
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What are the side effects of aspirin?
"Some possible side effects of this medication include an upset stomach, heartburn, drowsiness, or a mild headache."
Is aspirin a blood thinner?
"Aspirin is a blood thinner that is classified as an antiplatelet. Antiplatelets reduce the ability of blood cells to clump together and form a clot. People with heart disease may be familiar with taking aspirin at a low dose to prevent a heart attack."
Is paracetamol the same as aspirin?
"There are three main types of over-the-counter painkillers: aspirin, ibuprofen, and paracetamol. Aspirin is often the best choice for period pain or migraines, but it can worsen heavy periods. Ibuprofen, a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), is generally considered superior to paracetamol for back pain."
Does aspirin lower blood pressure?
"It was commonly assumed that aspirin would have no effect on blood pressure, but recent studies have shown that taking aspirin at night before bed can significantly reduce blood pressure."