Does putting an asprin under your tongue work to lower blood pressure?
Hello There, I am very sorry for your current situation and I would like to explain some very important aspects of ASA (acetylsalicylic acid or aspirin). I will first give a very brief introduction to ASA. Please just keep reading and I hope you will understand everything. Terms: ASA = Aspirin COX = cyclooxygenase PGs = Prostaglandins (Many many different kinds); prostaglanding H2 is one such sub-type. ACE = Angiotension Converting Enzyme NSAIDS = Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs First of all, ASA blocks two enzymes called COX-1 and COX-2. These two enzymes (COX-1/2) are responsible for prostaglandings synthesis (formation). These PGs are important in many bodily functions. They are responsible for pain perception, formation of the protective mucosal barrier in our stomachs etc. COX-1 is also responsible in part for platelet agregation through the synthesis of PGH2 helping to synthesize thromboxane A2 (TXA2). By blocking these enzymes you get the pain relief etc Stomach ulcers due
