https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/942544
News Release 7-Feb-2022
Peer-Reviewed Publication
University of Edinburgh
Long-term paracetamol [also known as acetaminophen] use could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes in people with high blood pressure, a study suggests.
Patients who have a long-term prescription for the painkiller, usually used for the treatment of chronic pain, should opt for the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time, researchers say.
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Those prescribed paracetamol saw a significant increase in their blood pressure, compared with those taking the placebo.
This rise was similar to that seen with NSAIDs, and might be expected to increase the risk of heart disease or stroke by around 20 per cent, experts say.
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