Generic name: dipyridamole (oral/injection) [ DYE-pir-ID-a-mole ]
Brand names: Persantine IV, Persantine
Dosage forms: intravenous solution (5 mg/mL); oral tablet (25 mg; 50 mg; 75 mg)
Drug classes:Cardiac stressing agents, Platelet aggregation inhibitors
What is dipyridamole?
Dipyridamole oral is used to prevent blood clots after heart valve replacement surgery.
Dipyridamole injection is given as part of a test that shows how well your heart is pumping blood. This is sometimes called a "stress test."
Dipyridamole may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
`What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking dipyridamole?
You should not use dipyridamole if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
coronary artery disease (hardened arteries);
a heart attack;
uncontrolled chest pain (angina);
