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Is Taking Aspirin Advisable While On Tambocor After Mitral Valve Replacement When Diagnosed With Sinus Tachycardia?
Good Day My mother has recently had a biological mitral value replacement she also suffers from sinus tachycardia she is currently on a drug called Tambocor Generic Name: flecainide she is wanting to fly an 18 hr flight and was told to take aspirin is this advised?
Aspirin does not prevent deep vein thrombosis related to a long flight. From the other hand, it is advisable to start an anticoagulant even for prevention of stroke or cardioembolic events caused by arrhythmia. For this reason, I recommend discussing with her doctor on the possibility of starting an oral anticoagulant (Apixaban, Edoxaban) to help prevent future embolic events.
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Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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Is Taking Aspirin Advisable While On Tambocor After Mitral Valve Replacement When Diagnosed With Sinus Tachycardia?
Hello, Aspirin does not prevent deep vein thrombosis related to a long flight. From the other hand, it is advisable to start an anticoagulant even for prevention of stroke or cardioembolic events caused by arrhythmia. For this reason, I recommend discussing with her doctor on the possibility of starting an oral anticoagulant (Apixaban, Edoxaban) to help prevent future embolic events. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist