Trump has also said that his use of a high dose of aspirin makes him more prone to bruising. While speaking aboard Air Force One, he explained that aspirin can be beneficial for heart health but may also lead to bruising.
He added that because he takes a higher dose of the medication, doctors have warned him that bruising can occur. Trump further recalled that his doctor had told him he did not necessarily need to take the medication because he was in good health.
However, he said he preferred to continue taking it as a precaution rather than risk potential heart issues. The president’s physician, Barbabella, confirmed that Trump takes 325 milligrams of aspirin daily, noting that the dosage can make it easier for him to bruise.
Guidance from the Mayo Clinic indicates that a low dose of aspirin — often used to help prevent heart attacks or strokes — typically ranges from 75 to 100 milligrams, with 81 milligrams being the most commonly recommended amount.
The same guidance also notes that aspirin therapy generally involves a daily dose ranging between 75 and 325 milligrams.
