Acetylsalicylic Acid(Aspirin)
Uses
Aspirin is used in the treatment to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain from conditions such as muscle aches, toothaches, common cold, and headaches. Aspirin is also used to reduce pain and swelling in conditions such as arthritis.
How it Works
Aspirin is known as a salicylate and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).Aspirin blocks an enzyme called cyclooxygenase, or COX, and stops production of substances called prostaglandins that contribute to pain, swelling and fever.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Aspirin may suffer from such side effects;
Gastrointestinal irritation,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Dyspepsia,
Gastritis,
Bleeding disorder,
Reduced blood platelets,
Gastric erosion,
Gastric ulcer
Black, bloody, or tarry stools,
Fever lasting longer than 3 days,
Swelling, or pain lasting longer than 10 days
Dipyridamole
Uses
Dipyridamole is used in the treatment of stroke prevention. Dipyridamole is also used to prevent blood clots after heart valve replacement surgery.
How it Works
Dipyridamole helps to prevent platelets in the blood from sticking together and forming a blood clot. Dipyridamole helps to prevent a thrombus forming in an artery, which will reduce the risk of a heart attack or a stroke.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Dipyridamole can include the symptoms below;
Headache,
Flushing of face,
Chest pain
Gallstones
Tightness or swelling of neck
Yellow eyes or skin
Dizziness,
Nausea,
Diarrhoea,
Decreased blood pressure.