What are the FDA-approved uses for aspirin?
Aspirin is approved for treating pain and the discomfort associated with headache, arthritis and other conditions. In addition, it is approved for use in heart attack prevention and stroke prevention in individuals with a previous history of such events or those with angina or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). Currently aspirin, although recommended in clinical guidances and something your doctor may consider for you, is not approved for use in individuals who have not had a heart attack, stroke, TIA or angina.