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Supplements after stroke — interaction traps, bleeding risk, and a safe review plan (Advanced)

Advanced course on supplements after stroke: interaction traps (blood thinners, BP meds), bleeding risk, and a safe ‘bring-to-visit’ review plan

Secondary PreventionCaregiver, Clinician, SurvivorAdvanced25 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Avoid common supplement–medication interaction traps
  • Recognize supplements that may increase bleeding risk
  • Build a safe supplement review workflow with clinicians/pharmacists
  • Document a clear ‘start/stop’ plan and follow-up

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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Question 1

1. Some supplements can increase bleeding risk when combined with blood thinners.

Question 2

2. Best practice is to…

Question 3

3. A safe question to ask is…