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Wednesday, April 30, 2008 KRAZYKAT asks

Q: Do pain killers cause heart attacks?

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4/30/08 5:05pm

Thanks for your question.  I was able to find a couple of references to pain medications and heart attacks.  Thought you might be interested.

 

Common Painkillers May Cause Hypertension in Men

 

Certain Painkillers May Negate Heart Benefits of HRT

 

Hope this helps, all the best, sue

 

 

 

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7/ 8/08 12:01am

painkillers i believe in the long term can effect your heart as well as other parts of your body. Taking an excessive amounts can cause a heartattack, especially more so if you have a heart condition

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