- Male
- 56 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really concerned about my father who is 56 and had pneumonia during his COVID infection. Although he's now COVID-negative, he's been prescribed Voritrol 200mg. I'm worried because he had a stent placed four years ago, is on blood thinners, and also has diabetes. Can you tell me if it's safe for him to take Voritrol given his medical history?
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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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