Part Two of Persantine Information, Focusing on Side Effects, Discontinuation or Withdrawal Effects, and Additional Information

This second section of our medication database entry focuses on potential side effects, withdrawal or discontinuation effects, and additional information, while part one covers basic drug characteristics, uses and benefits.

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What are the possible side effects of dipyridamole?

  • Stop taking dipyridamole and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
  • Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take dipyridamole and talk to your doctor if you experience
    • dizziness;
    • upset stomach, nausea, or vomiting;
    • headache; or
    • a rash.
  • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect dipyridamole?

  • Aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, others), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Anaprox), and ketoprofen (Orudis, Orudis KT) could lead to bleeding if taken during dipyridamole therapy. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before taking any over-the-counter or prescription medications for pain, inflammation (including arthritis), or fever. Other commonly used NSAIDs include diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam), etodolac (Lodine), fenoprofen (Nalfon), flurbiprofen (Ansaid), indomethacin (Indocin), ketorolac (Toradol), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), piroxicam (Feldene), sulindac (Clinoril), and tolmetin (Tolectin).
  • During therapy with dipyridamole, you may also be taking warfarin (Coumadin). This medicine interacts with many other drugs, so use caution and follow the instructions of your doctor and pharmacist.
  • Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with dipyridamole. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

  • Your pharmacist has additional information about dipyridamole written for health professionals that you may read.
  • Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed

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Version: 3.05. Revision Date: 2/14/03.

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