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Why is acetylsalicylic acid used?

Acetylsalicylic acid (also known as aspirin) is used for many medical purposes. Here are some reasons acetylsalicylic acid is used:

1. Reducing the risk of blood clots: Acetylsalicylic acid is used to reduce the risk of blood clots, and thus contributes to preventing serious blood clots such as heart attacks and strokes.

2. Preventing cardiovascular problems: It is used to prevent cardiovascular problems in patients with stable or unstable angina, a type of chest pain.

3. Heart surgery: It is used after some types of heart surgery to reduce the formation of blood clots and prevent narrowing of blood vessels.

4. Treatment of acute myocardial infarction: It is also used to treat cases of acute myocardial infarction.

When should you not take acetylsalicylic acid?

• If you are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid or any of its ingredients.
• If you are allergic to other salicylates or NSAIDs.
• If you experience an asthma attack or swelling in some parts of the body.
• If you have had an ulcer in the stomach or small intestine or any other type of bleeding such as a stroke.
• If you have problems with your blood clotting properly.
• If you suffer from severe liver or kidney problems.
• If you have severe heart problems that can cause shortness of breath and swelling in the ankle.
• If you are in the last three months of pregnancy.
• If you are taking a medicine called methotrexate.

Possible side effects:

• Sudden wheezing, swelling of the lips, face or body.
• Redness of the skin with blisters or peeling, along with high temperature and joint pain.
• Unusual bleeding, such as coughing up blood, blood in your vomit or urine, or black stools.

Consult your doctor before taking any medication, and avoid interaction with other medications that can affect the effect of acetylsalicylic acid. Consult a health professional for precise advice and guidance on the use of this medicine.