Dipyridamole Diagnostic (Systemic)

Brand Names : Persantine, Apo-Dipyridamole FC, Apo-Dipyridamole SC, Novo-Dipiradol

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

While you are receiving dipyridamole, and for a while after you have received it, your doctor will closely follow its effects. If necessary, your doctor can give you a medicine that will stop any unwanted effects. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any of the following side effects :

More common

Chest pain

Less common or rare

Decreased sensitivity to touch; dizziness, sweating, or sudden, severe headache; headache (severe and throbbing); fast breathing; fast heartbeat; muscle stiffness; sharp pain in either or both sides of the chest; shortness of breath, troubled breathing, tightness in chest, or wheezing; skin rash or itching

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away in a little while. However, check with your doctor if they continue or are bothersome:

More common

Abdominal or stomach cramps; diarrhea; dizziness or lightheadedness; headache

Less common

Flushing; nausea or vomiting; weakness

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.