Aspirin is a common painkiller found in chemists and supermarkets across the UK , often used to treat pain and recommended for those at high risk of heart attack or who have previously suffered one. However, while generally safe, NHS guidance warns of significant risks associated with aspirin, advising some people to avoid it entirely. The NHS advises that aspirin should never be given to children under 16 unless prescribed by a doctor due to the risk of interaction with Reye's syndrome. This