Dipyridamole Description

Generic Name : DIPYRIDAMOLE

Pronunciation : (dye peer id' a mole)

Trade Name(s) : Cardiwell, Deplatol, Dynacard, Persantin, Thrombonil,

Why it is prescribed: Dipyridamole is used with other medication to prevent blood clots and problems such as stroke.

When it is to be taken: Dipyridamole is usually taken three or four times a day, at least one hour before meals. Follow the instructions on your prescription label carefully. Dipyridamole must be taken regularly to be effective, so follow the schedule prescribed by your doctor.

How it should be taken: Dipyridamole comes in the form of tablets. Your prescription label tells you how much to take at each dose. Swallow the tablets whole with a full glass of water, coffee, tea, milk, or juice.

Special Instruction : If you forget to take a dose, omit the missed dose. Take your regular dose at the next scheduled time.

Side Effects :
1. Headache, dizziness, flushing, weakness, fainting. Contact your doctor if these effects are severe or persist. It may be necessary to change your dose.
2. Nausea, vomiting. Eat a light snack when you take the medication. Skin rash. Contact your doctor.

Other Precautions :
1. Before you take dipyridamole, tell your doctor what drugs you are taking, including anticoagulants and nonprescription drugs such as aspirin.
2. Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should inform their doctors.
3. Do not allow anyone else to take this medication.

Storage Conditions :
1. Keep this medication in the container it came in and out of the reach of children.
2. Store it at room temperature.