I noticed your patient is taking Metoprolol and aspiring 81mg. The interaction between Metoprolol and low strength aspirin is considered minor, however, it is very important to assess the concept of “minor” in relationship to each particular patient to avoid any harm. When taking widely used medicines such as aspirin there is a tendency from the regular consumer and even physicians to be at ease when that medication is taken with others. The prescription source is responsible of evaluating the risk involved when combining medications, if any and has the obligation to change the patient’s pharmacological therapy when needed. The use of higher strengths of aspirin (some people think more is better) can cancelled the effects of beta-blockers like
