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How Is Uncoated Aspirin Better Than Coated Aspirin To A Heart Patient?
My neurologist told me to take 1/2 of a 325mg UNCOATED aspirin every day since I had a Stroke 12 years ago. the reason for the uncoated vs coated aspirin is that there have been studies that show uncoated aspirin protects against stroke 40% better than coated aspirin. I can t seem to find anyone that still makes the uncoated aspirin. Do you have any ideas where I can still get it? Any suggestions what I should do if it is unavailable? Thank you for your help email: YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 31 Jan 2018
Hello,
You can find uncoated aspirin in generic formulation, in generic stores. Reason for coating is it prevents gastritis and gastric bleeding. But majority neurologist, do not stress upon the preference regarding this. I don't think there is any significant difference between the two. You should check the authenticity and reliability of those studies. All the best.
You can find uncoated aspirin in generic formulation, in generic stores. Reason for coating is it prevents gastritis and gastric bleeding. But majority neurologist, do not stress upon the preference regarding this. I don't think there is any significant difference between the two. You should check the authenticity and reliability of those studies. All the best.
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