You consume it almost every day, here's the medicine that's endangering your life.

Aspirin is often described by doctors to treat one of the most common forms of stroke.

There are two types of stroke, ischemic (caused by a blood clot blocking the flow of blood and oxygen into the brain) and bleeding (when a person experiences bleeding inside or around the brain, cutting off blood flow and killing cells).

As people age, the risk of blood clotting increases, which increases the risk of ischemic stroke, the most frequent form of all.

To combat danger, doctors will often describe small daily doses of aspirin, since it can help reduce blood. However, a new study has revealed that the drug can do little to prevent the deadly condition and may actually increase the risk of bleeding in the brain.

Australian research adds to an increasing number of evidence suggesting that regular doses of aspirin for older people who have not yet suffered a stroke have more risks than benefits.

Study published in “JAMA”, examined the frequency of stroke and internal bleeding in the head of 19,114 people over the age of 70 over five years. Half the participants received a small dose of aspirin every day, while the other half received a placebo.

Among those receiving aspirin, 1.5% suffered an ischemic blow during the study period, compared to 1.7% in the placebo group.

It was also found that 1.1 percent of those taking the drug suffered bleeding in or around the brain, compared to only 0.8% of those who received placebo. Another particular study revealed that taking aspirin regularly can increase the risk of developing anemia, especially among people over 65 years of age.

Other side effects from taking aspirin daily may include slight dyspsy and a tendency for easier bloodshed. For example, nosebleeds and bruises may be easier, and if you cut yourself, bleeding can last longer than usual. It is recommended that you take increased care when engaging in activities that can cause injury or cuts.