Dipyridamole
Description
Dipyridamole is used to reduce the risk of blood clots after a heart valve replacement. It may also be used for the prevention of stroke caused by a blood clot formed in the brain.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Dipyridamole
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Skin rash and itching
- Nausea or vomiting
- Unusual warmth of skin
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Yellowing of skin or eyes
- Chest pain and discomfort
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
- Hair loss
Uses of Dipyridamole
What is it prescribed for?
- Thromboembolism prophylaxis
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes of administration of the dose.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to dipyridamole or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Thrombocytopenia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with thrombocytopenia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Other medicines
Dipyridamole may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. It is also not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age unless specifically prescribed by your pediatrician after evaluating all the potential risks and benefits.
Liver diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Coronary artery disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery disease, which is characterized by hardening of the blood vessel, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Hypotension (low blood pressure levels)
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from low blood pressure levels due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the patient's condition.
Heart diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart-related complications like angina, heart failure, heart attack, etc. It should also be used with caution in patients at risk of heart diseases. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the patient's condition.
Myasthenia gravis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis, which is characterized by weakness and rapid tiring of muscles, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Migraine
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from migraine since the risk of worsening of symptoms is significantly high. An alternative treatment may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience dizziness during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Escitalopram
Dalteparin
Aminophylline
Prasugrel
Warfarin
Ibuprofen
Fondaparinux
Diclofenac
Adenosine
Caffeine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Avoid or limit the uptake of garlic or garlic-containing products with this medicine due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Contact your doctor immediately if symptoms of bleeding like dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black and tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, weakness etc. are experienced.
Avoid or limit the uptake of ginger or ginger-containing products with this medicine due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Contact your doctor immediately if symptoms of bleeding like dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black and tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, weakness, etc. are experienced.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. This medicine is normally given in a combination and hence it is recommended to use all medicines in the manner advised by the doctor for appropriate treatment. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by preventing the formation of blood clots.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Platelet aggregation inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 25 Jan 2019
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