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Study Links Paracetamol Use to Higher Heart Risk

9/20/2025

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A study indicates that regular paracetamol use may raise the risk of heart disease or stroke for some individuals in the UK.
Once considered safe for high blood pressure patients, paracetamol's effects are now similar to NSAIDs, which can increase blood pressure.
Prolonged use may lead to a 20% higher risk of cardiovascular issues.
Researchers advise using the lowest effective dose for chronic pain management.
Occasional users face minimal risk, while one in three UK adults with high blood pressure regularly use paracetamol.

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A study indicates that regular paracetamol use may raise the risk of heart disease or stroke for some individuals in the UK.
Once considered safe for high blood pressure patients, paracetamol's effects are now similar to NSAIDs, which can increase blood pressure.
Prolonged use may lead to a 20% higher risk of cardiovascular issues.
Researchers advise using the lowest effective dose for chronic pain management.
Occasional users face minimal risk, while one in three UK adults with high blood pressure regularly use paracetamol.