- female
- 60 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm a bit worried about my mom. She's been dealing with Diabetes and Hypertension for about 12 years now, and shes been taking medications to keep them in check. Since last November, she started on Ecosprin AV 7520 daily. I'm kind of concerned about if there are any side effects from taking it every day and whether its necessary to have Aspirin free intervals?
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No need to stop medications , all the medications are to be continued including ecosprin.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
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