Does Aspirin Cause Hypertension?
Abstract. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugsNonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugsNon-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (Nsaids) Are Responsible for 30% of...
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are responsible for 30% of hospital admissions for ADRs, mainly due to bleeding, heart attack, stroke, and renal damage. In primary care 6% of patients prescribed NSAIDs reconsulted their GP with a potential ADR over the next 2 months.
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Should I take aspirin if I have high blood pressure?
Anyone with uncontrolled high blood pressure, which increases the risk for hemorrhagic strokes caused by blood-vessel rupture, which can be exacerbated by aspirin.Why is aspirin contraindicated in hypertension?
ANTIHYPERTENSIVE MEDICATIONSAspirin and other NSAIDs may be associated with modest increases in blood pressure. They may diminish the effects of certain antihypertensive agents, including beta blockers, ACE inhibitors and diuretics4.
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