Manufacturer: Generic, India
Pharmaceutical name:
Dipyridamole keeps the platelets in your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent blood clots from forming on or around an artificial heart valve.
Dipyridamole is used to prevent blood clots after heart valve replacement surgery.
How to use:
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take dipyridamole with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.
Dipyridamole is often taken together with other medications to prevent blood clots. To best treat your condition, use all of your medications as directed by your doctor. Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your doctor may need to check your progress on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Before taking dipyridamole:
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tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to dipyridamole or any other drugs.
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tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially aspirin and vitamins.
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tell your doctor if you have or have ever had low blood pressure.
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tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking dipyridamole, call your doctor.
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talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking dipyridamole if you are 65 years of age or older. Older adults should not usually take dipyridamole because it is not as safe or effective as other medications that can be used to treat the same condition.
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if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking dipyridamole.
Side effect:
*dizziness
*stomach pain
*headache
*rash
*diarrhea
*vomiting
*flushing (feeling of warmth)
*itching
