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Propranolol Cuts Stroke Risk by Up to 52%

2/7/2025

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Women using propranolol for migraine prevention could significantly lower their risk of ischemic stroke, a compelling finding from a study unveiled at the International Stroke Conference in Los Angeles. Over a decade, those on propranolol saw a remarkable 52% to 39% reduction in stroke risk compared to their counterparts not taking the medication.

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Women using propranolol for migraine prevention could significantly lower their risk of ischemic stroke, a compelling finding from a study unveiled at the International Stroke Conference in Los Angeles. Over a decade, those on propranolol saw a remarkable 52% to 39% reduction in stroke risk compared to their counterparts not taking the medication.