✅ Step 4: Stay Active and Hydrated
- Move every 1–2 hours if sitting for long periods (desk job, travel)
- Drink plenty of water to prevent thickened blood
- Avoid alcohol and smoking
✅ Step 5: Request Regular Health Checkups
- Get blood pressure, cholesterol, and clotting tests if you’re on long-term medications
- If using birth control or hormone therapies, schedule annual checkups
✅ Step 6: Do Not Self-Medicate
- Avoid taking pills “just in case” or based on internet advice
- Never mix medications (especially blood thinners, hormonal pills, and NSAIDs) without medical approval
✅ Final Thoughts: Don’t Panic, But Stay Informed
Not every pill is dangerous, and not everyone taking these medications will get a clot or heart attack. But being aware of the risks can save your life or someone else’s.
➡ Talk to your doctor about any concerns
➡ Never ignore unusual symptoms
➡ Take medications exactly as prescribed
📌 Summary
| Medication Type | Risk | Safer Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Birth control pills | Clots, stroke, heart attack | Use progestin-only or non-hormonal |
| HRT (menopause) | Clots, cardiovascular risk | Lowest effective dose, short term |
| NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen) | Heart attack, GI bleeding | Limit use; consider alternatives |
| Testosterone supplements | Clots, heart strain | Monitor blood levels |
| Antipsychotics | DVT, weight gain | Stay active, monitor health |
Stay safe, stay informed, and never hesitate to ask questions about what you’re putting into your body. Pills can heal—but without care, they can also harm.
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