Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to taking a daily aspirin:

1. Should I take an aspirin daily?
   
   
2. What dosage would be best for me?
   
   
3. Does it matter what time of day I take the aspirin? Should I take it with food?
   
   
4. Will it affect any other medications I'm taking?
   
   
5. If I experience stomachaches, can I reduce the dosage?
   
   
6. Is there any other medication that might accomplish the same thing with fewer side effects?
   
   
7. Are there any risks to taking a daily aspirin?
   
   
8. Does the brand of aspirin matter? Should I take enteric coated or regular aspirin?
   
   
9. If I miss a day or two, am I at higher risk for a heart attack?
   
   
10. What dosage of aspirin should I chew if I think I'm having a heart attack?