Aspirin Side effects??

[neela2020]

Does daily ecospirin causes stomach ulcer and GI bleeding? I visited another hematologist for second opinion and he said not recommending another medicine with aspirin is a crime ( to helps reduce chances of GI ulcer and bleeding) but my previous haemo which is very well known did not share any such information.Anyone have any idea?

[Aneliv9]

I have heard about the GI bleeding risk, but because of this risk you have to take it after a meal. That's all i know

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice]

there are alternative medications to aspirin, discuss this with your doctor. Best wishes, Maz

[Kelly2]

Maybe you should take Omeprazol for protection

[Lena70]

I was advised to take Pepcid (Famotidine) every morning to protect my GI tract from the aspirin.

[Tico]

Hi neela. I've been taking Clopidogrel in place of aspirin since 2015. It would be a good idea to discuss any issues or worries about any medication you take. Atb,tina.🤗

[Chaz1]

Do you take the coated aspirin? I read early on after hubby was diagnosed that this was a better option for taking long term. I can only buy it in one supermarket though so have to stock up as its not my regular place to shop.

[Uzza]

My Drs put me on both Pradaxa and aspirin ceasing aspirin it when I had GI bleed.

Cheers,

Uzza

[Lifam]

I've learned that coated aspirin is no difference to not coated. Anyway, my stomach cannot tolerate aspirin first few days I took it. My haematologist change me on clopidergrel, it doesn't hurt my stomach at all and I have been taking 75mg clopidergrel daily ever since, although it's just as toxic as aspirin.

[hunter5582]

The more accurate statement would be that aspirin carries a risk of gastric irritation and GI bleeding. Enteric aspirin is coated to minimize the risk by protecting the stomach. That does not mean there is no risk. All medications and supplements have risks/benefits. So does taking nothing, The proton pump inhibitors work by reducing the level of acid in your stomach. They have their own risks/benefits. Note that if you have a MPN, you can't just ignore it.

I think the best way to look at this is that you have to evaluate your own medical profile. Review the risks and benefits of each of these meds with a provider you trust. There is both "objective" (based on your medical profile) evaluation of risks/benefits and your own "subjective" (what risks are you most comfortable with). Note that doctors do not always agree with each other about risks/benefits - it is not always a black & white issue.. Once you have all of the information, you can make an informed choice. FYI - most people tolerate the aspirin. Those who don't have other options. Age does matter with aspirin use as the body's response changes as we age.

Hope that helps. All the best.

[Mostew]

I take vitamin C with aspirin to help decrease risks .

Great article about diet etc . Thanks for link . So clear .