

Ischaemic strokes can often be treated using injections of a medicine called alteplase, which dissolves blood clots and restores blood flow to the brain. Some of these medicines need to be taken immediately and only for a short time, while others may only be started once the stroke has been treated and may need to be taken long term. If you have had an ischaemic stroke, a combination of medicines to treat the condition and prevent it happening again is usually recommended. Treatment usually involves taking 1 or more different medicines, although some people may also need surgery. bleeding in or around the brain (haemorrhagic stroke).a blood clot blocking the flow of blood to the brain (ischaemic stroke).The specific treatments recommended depend on whether a stroke is caused by: Effective treatment of stroke can prevent long-term disability and save lives.
