Aspirin article worth a read.

[talipia]

scvc.co.uk/naked-heart/aspi...

[Donny64]

Excellent article, thanks for sharing 👍

[jgd15]

Explains the rationale well .. thanks

[Silvermedal]

Interesting. It implies that in angina without coronary athersclerosis, aspirin is not necessarily indicated. I will discuss this with my cardiologist.

[Milkfairy Heart Star in reply to Silvermedal]

I personally would not rely on this article as to whether aspirin is appropriate to take if you have a diagnosis of microvascular or vasospastic angina.

There is still some uncertainty about what the best treatment options are for people living with microvascular and vasospastic angina.

I have been prescribed another antiplatelet, as my frequent episodes of coronary vasospasms could prevent the smooth flow of the blood through my arteries increasing my risks of a heart attack or stroke.

I am also admitted with unstable angina/ acute coronary syndrome once or twice a year.

[-ChrisP-]

Interesting article. I can't say that I've seen junior aspirin in my local boots though? What dosage per tablet are we talking of here?

[PadThaiNoodles in reply to -ChrisP-]

75mg. It's prescription-only here in Ireland because too many people were taking it thinking "if it's good for people at risk it must be good for me too".

[-ChrisP- in reply to PadThaiNoodles]

I've been taking Boots own brand 75mg 3 mornings a week for about 25 years, but didn't know it was described as a junior aspirin. In the UK we don't need a prescription, but they will only sell you one pack at a time.