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I am curious if an aspirin a day is good for your heart and blood, are two better?

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Dr. John Garner answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Nope: The optimal dose seems to be between 81 and 162mg. Most of the evidence leans on the side of 81. There's not a strong indication for 325mg in most people for the purpose of preventing a problem before it happens.

Answered 10/6/2013

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