Over the years of use, aspirin was considered analgesic anti -inflammatory means. Only relatively recently, scientists managed to identify several more amazing properties of this drug – the prevention of heart attacks and the prevention of aging of the whole organism in general. Every year there are new facts associated with the therapeutic and preventive effect of the well -known aspirin in the fight against cancer and many neurological diseases. This drug has recently turned a hundred years old, so it is not at all surprising that it will soon become a universal drug of all time. The active component of aspirin is acetylsalicylic acid, which was used in the twentieth century.
Stimulating the production of prostaglandins, which, in turn, are responsible for the reactions of the body to possible injuries and infections, aspirin dilutes blood, enhances the response of the immune system with various inflammations and reduces sensitivity to pain.
Many probably had the impression that from this moment it is worth taking an aspirin tablet daily for prevention. Take your time! Despite all the beneficial properties that aspirin possesses it cannot be considered a completely safe drug. Firstly, slowing down the coagulation mechanism, it can cause bleeding, in particular, this applies to the gastrointestinal tract. And secondly, with prolonged use of aspirin, irritation, and sometimes damage to the gastric mucosa, simply cannot be avoided. Therefore, with peptic ulcer, it should be abandoned. Aspirin can weaken the actions of some drugs aimed at reducing blood pressure and even cause an asthmatic attack. When making a decision on the regular use of this drug, be sure to consult a specialist who will recommend a safe and suitable dosage.
Today, aspirin is prescribed for coronary heart disease, due to the fact that it prevents the process of sticking platelets. Therefore, if at the time you do not begin to act, this can lead to the formation of dangerous blood clots in the bloodstream and cause a stroke or a heart attack.
The adoption of aspirin reduces the mortality rate of patients with heart disease by 25 percent. He is also able to reduce the likelihood of subsequent attacks. Doctors recommend that patients with suspicion of heart attack take a shock dose of this drug equal to 300 mg. People – cores, which are at risk, as a prevention, the daily intake of aspirin is desirable. Specialists from the University of Brown confirm that even minimal doses of aspirin reduce the risk of stroke, which is caused by the formation of blood clots that make the normal blood flow to the brain. As a result of which damage to nerve cells and hypoxia are formed.
Statistics
If you take aspirin as a prevention at least twice a week for five years, then the risk of diseases such as:
Breast cancer – 20%
Cross of larynx, esophagus and oral cavity – by 70%
Leukemia – 40%
Ovary cancer – 68%
Pancreatic cancer – 40%
Lung cancer – 60%
Cataract – 40%
Parkinson’s disease – 45%
Alzheimer’s disease – 50%
As it turned out, aspirin today is a panacea of the 21st century, which not only helps in the fight against many diseases, but also prevents the aging of the body.
And remember, children under 12 years of age are contraindicated. Therefore, try to keep it in a more secluded place and make sure that it does not be part of the drugs that your child takes.
Before use, consult your doctor!