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How soon after ceasing use of nsaids does the risk for heart attack or stroke (from nsaid use) end?
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NSAID and acute MI: The FDA has issued a caution indicating that NSAID users are prone to more heart attacks than non users. NSAID use can increase MI or stroke in risk in patients regardless of whether they already have heart disease or risk factors for heart disease. However, the likelihood of MI or stroke is greatest among those with pre-existing risk factors due to a higher baseline risk. Diabetes, smoking, hyp
Answered 10/14/2015
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