The rise of dengue fever cases in the country this year has become a cause of concern for health experts. The most feared complication of dengue fever is known as ‘haemorrhagic complication’ or those related to bleeding. What many people aren’t aware of, however, is that there are certain medications that should be used cautiously when dealing with dengue fever, as they can aggravate the bleeding tendencies present with dengue. In 2015, following a surge of cases of dengue in Delhi, officials had banned the sale of aspirin without a prescription, as it was one such medication.
Aspirin works as an anti-inflammatory agent that reduces swelling and inflammation following any injury in the body. Anti-inflammatory drugs are given as pain relievers and also commonly for headaches and fevers. However, aspirin is also given following a heart attack as it prevents the blood from clotting, as…
