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Is Enteric Aspirin Safer?

Q. What is the value of the "enteric" form of aspirin? I need to take aspirin for my heart and I'm aware it can cause gastric ulcers. I thought the enteric aspirin would be safer than regular aspirin but my pharmacist told me it too can cause ulcers.  

A. Aspirin in any form can cause ulcers in susceptible individuals. Enteric-coated aspirin is designed to dissolve in the lower intestine instead of the stomach. But once aspirin starts circulating in the blood stream, ulcers are a potential complication. 

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About the Author
Joe Graedon is a pharmacologist who has dedicated his career to making drug information understandable to consumers. His best-selling book, The People’s Pharmacy, was published in 1976 and led to a syndicated newspaper column, syndicated public radio show and web site. In 2006, Long Island University awarded him an honorary doctorate as “one of the country's leading drug experts for the consumer.”.
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