Cerebral infarction is a serious cerebrovascular disease, which requires long-term drug control. However, whether or not you need to take the medication for a long time and whether you can stop it needs to be determined according to the patient's specific situation and the doctor's advice.
First of all, patients with cerebral infarction need to take antiplatelet drugs for a long time, such as aspirin, clopidogrel, etc., to prevent thrombosis and recurrence of cerebral infarction. These drugs can reduce blood viscosity, improve blood circulation, and prevent new blood clots.
Secondly, patients with cerebral infarction also need to take other drugs according to the specific situation, such as antihypertensive drugs, hypoglycemic drugs, lipid-lowering drugs, etc., to control risk factors such as blood pressure, blood sugar and blood lipids. These drugs are also essential for preventing cerebral infarction.
For patients with cerebral infarction, long-term medication is necessary, but it does not mean that the medication cannot be stopped. In some cases, such as when the patient is stable, risk factors are well controlled, and no new blood clots develop, doctors may consider tapering the dose or stopping the drug. However, this needs to be done under the guidance of a doctor, and the drug cannot be stopped on your own at will.
In addition, patients with cerebral infarction need to pay attention to regular follow-up and re-examination so that possible problems can be detected and dealt with in a timely manner. During follow-up, doctors will adjust the dose of the drug or change the type of drug according to the patient's specific situation and test results.