Researchers at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health have published alarming data on the subject. aspirin use and reduction deaths from heart attack.
The study, published May 1 in the Journal of the American Heart Association, included more than 13,000 people. heart attackdeaths it may be delayed every year if people receive it aspirin a few hours after having a violent experience chest pain.
“Aspirin is known to be an effective, low-cost method of reducing the risk of death from heart attack. The greatest benefits are seen when taken immediately (≤ 4 hours) after treatment.” symptoms to start. However, according to researchers, many people who experience chest pain, which is the most obvious indicator of a heart attack, may not be aware of it. Most people do not seek healthcare until hours after symptoms begin, the researchers noted. “Efforts to improve access to and adherence to secondary prevention strategies, such as initiating statin therapy and improving diet quality, should continue, but self-medication should continue,” the researchers said. “Aspirin alone can significantly reduce heart attack deaths without creating financial hardship or requiring long-term behavior change,” they added.

How to take aspirin during a heart attack?

Take one regular-dose aspirin (usually 325 mg) or four low-dose (81 mg) aspirin tablets. Chew them thoroughly before swallowing. Chewing helps aspirin be absorbed quickly. bloodIt helps thin the blood and improve circulation. Make sure you are not allergic to aspirin and that you do not have any conditions that would make aspirin use unsafe. bleeding disorders or a history of gastrointestinal bleeding.