Module
Medication interactions after stroke (OTC + supplements) — what to ask
Plain-language guide to common interaction traps (NSAIDs, supplements, alcohol, antibiotics) and a script to ask clinicians/pharmacists—especially when on blood thinners
Secondary PreventionEveryoneIntermediate12 minStandard (9–12)
Educational only
Educational only — do not start/stop medications or supplements without clinician/pharmacist guidance.
Get help now
For severe bleeding, head injury while on a blood thinner, fainting, chest pain, trouble breathing, or new stroke-like symptoms: call your local emergency number immediately.
What you'll learn
- Name 5 common interaction risks
- Use a simple ‘new med’ checklist
- Know when a symptom is urgent
Why interactions matter after stroke
- Multiple meds
- Blood thinners
- BP/glucose meds
Common interaction traps
- NSAIDs (ibuprofen/naproxen)
- Supplements (ginkgo, fish oil, St. John’s wort)
- Alcohol/cannabis
- Antibiotics/antifungals (ask pharmacist)
New-med checklist
- What is it for?
- Any interaction with my stroke meds?
- Bleeding risk?
- What side effects are urgent?
When to get urgent help
- Severe bleeding
- Fainting
- New stroke-like symptoms
- Severe allergic reaction
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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