Importance of taking prescribed cardiac medications | Ohio State Medical Center

Following a cardiac event, patients are often prescribed a number of new medicines, such as aspirin, blood thinners and cholesterol medicines. Because cardiac medicines are meant to improve and prolong life, it’s important to take them as directed, says Scott Lilly, MD, an interventional cardiologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

If you’re concerned or have any questions, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.