- Female
- 28 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really worried about what to do if a family member, like my mom or dad, ever has chest pain, starts sweating a lot, or has pain in the arm or shoulder. What if they start vomiting too? I mean, in that moment, can I give them aspirin or sorbitrate? And if so, how much should I give? Could you explain how to properly administer it? I'm a bit anxious about this and not really sure about the right steps.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
tab sorbitrate 5 mg ,sublingual is advised.
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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