A cardiologist warns: these 5 medications increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in older people

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2. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): a danger when sold over the counter

Used like candy for joint pain or headaches, NSAIDs (ibuprofen, diclofenac, naproxen) are perceived as harmless because they are sold without a prescription. However, studies that have been kept under wraps reveal that just 7 days of ibuprofen use in people over 65 can increase the risk of heart attack by 78%.

NSAIDs block the production of prostaglandins, substances that regulate inflammation but also protect the inner lining of