High blood pressureis a risk factor for heart disease.
Is There Evidence to Support Taking Aspirin to Lower Blood Pressure?
Research looking at the link between aspirin and high blood pressure is limited and controversial.
Thomas J Peterson / Photographer’s Choice / Getty Images
However, there are cases in which a healthcare provider might recommend a daily low dose of aspirin.
Consult a healthcare provider for the appropriate timing and dosage.
Taking the wrong dose or using aspirin the wrong way can increase your risk for side effects or complications.
Aspirin is not recommended to treat high blood pressure.
Taking aspirin carries risks, especially for bleeding.
You should only take aspirin after talking to a healthcare provider.
2019;140(11).
doi:10.1161/CIR.0000000000000678
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.What is atherosclerosis?
Food and Drug Administration.Aspirin for reducing your risk of heart attack and stroke: know the facts.