Dipyridamole Benefits & Uses

Dipyridamole is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Blood Clotting Disorders

Other Benefits

Dipyridamole Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Dipyridamole Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dipyridamole is used -

Mild

Headache
Tremor
Cough
Drowsiness
Nausea or vomiting
Dyspepsia
Dizziness
Flushing
Fatigue
Dry Mouth
पेट दर्द
Rash

Dipyridamole Related Warnings

Is the use of Dipyridamole safe for pregnant women?

Dipyridamole has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Dipyridamole safe during breastfeeding?

Dipyridamole is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Dipyridamole on the Kidneys?

Dipyridamole does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dipyridamole on the Liver?

Dipyridamole is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dipyridamole on the Heart?

Side effects of Dipyridamole rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dipyridamole with Other Drugs

Dipyridamole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Abciximab

Acebutolol

Moderate

Codeine

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Naproxen

Mefenamic Acid

Dipyridamole Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dipyridamole unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angina
Asthma
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Dipyridamole

Is this Dipyridamole habit forming or addictive?

Dipyridamole does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dipyridamole. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dipyridamole only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Dipyridamole for mental disorders.

No

Dipyridamole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dipyridamole

When consumed with certain foods, Dipyridamole may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Dipyridamole

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dipyridamole with alcohol will be.

Unknown