Trump Confirms He Takes Higher Daily Dose of Aspirin for Blood-Thinning Effect

Health officials have said that aspirin can irritate the lining of the stomach, triggering internal bleeding, ulcers, or gastrointestinal problems.
Trump Confirms He Takes Higher Daily Dose of Aspirin for Blood-Thinning Effect
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to journalists after signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on Dec. 18, 2025. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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President Donald Trump confirmed in a new interview that he takes a higher-than-recommended daily dose of aspirin and suggested he'll continue to do so for the blood-thinning effects of the medication.

Trump told The Wall Street Journal in an article published on Jan. 1 that his doctors suggested he take a lower dose of aspirin after his physician said that he takes 325 milligrams of the drug per day—higher than the previously recommended dosage of 81 milligrams per day.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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