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Dipyridamole (By Mouth)

Dipyridamole (dye-peer-ID-a-mole)

Keeps blood clots from forming after some types of heart surgery. Also used to prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Brand Name(s):

Persantine
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to dipyridamole.

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
  • This medicine works best if taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. If stomach upset occurs, take it with food or milk.

If a dose is missed:

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it is less than 4 until your next usual dose.
  • If it is less than 4 hours until your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your medicine at the usual time.
  • You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

  • Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using Anturane®, Ticlid®, or blood thinners such as aspirin or Coumadin®.
  • If your doctor has told you to take aspirin with this medicine, take ONLY the amount of aspirin prescribed.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:

  • Check with your doctor before using this medicine if you have low blood pressure or chest pain.
  • Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Stand up slowly from a sitting or lying position to decrease dizziness.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Chest pain
  • Skin rash, severe itching or hives
  • Yellowing of skin or eyes

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

  • Dizziness, lightheadedness, headache
  • Nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset
  • Flushing (redness) in the face
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.


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