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Is it safe to be taking aspirin to prevent heart attack?patient has pacemaker.is there any side effects like gastrointestinal disorder?thank you
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Yes but.....: Low dose of Aspirin (81mg) is usually quite safe but leave the decision to your cardiologist.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Safe: As long as you don't have any GI bleeding problems, reflux or gastritis you can take aspirin.
Answered 6/10/2014
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