Dipyridamole
Dipyridamole is a prescription oral medication used to help prevent certain blood clot complications in specific patients. The tablet form is labeled as an adjunct to coumarin anticoagulants (such as warfarin) for prevention of postoperative thromboembolic complications after cardiac valve replacement.
We only dispense medications with a valid prescription from a licensed prescriber.
All prescriptions are reviewed and verified before dispensing. Orders may be delayed or declined if prescription details are missing, do not match the patient information on file, appear altered, or are expired. We may also refuse service if we believe an order is intended for resale or redistribution.
What You Receive
- Dipyridamole in sealed manufacturer packaging
- Personalized prescription instructions based on your prescriber’s directions
- Medication information leaflet provided by the manufacturer
- Itemized invoice detailing your order
- Rx Required
This page is for general information only and is not medical advice. For medical questions, please speak with your prescriber. See Sources & Methodology for how this information is reviewed and referenced.
Dipyridamole Key Facts
What Dipyridamole is
Dipyridamole is a prescription oral antiplatelet/vasodilator medication available as tablets. It is also known by the brand name Persantine (brand availability may vary).
What it’s used for
Dipyridamole tablets are indicated as an adjunct to coumarin anticoagulants in the prevention of postoperative thromboembolic complications of cardiac valve replacement.
How it works
Dipyridamole helps reduce clot-related complications by affecting platelet activity, and it is used together with a coumarin anticoagulant for this labeled use.
Dipyridamole Safety Overview
Dipyridamole tablets have important precautions related to heart disease, low blood pressure, liver effects, and certain stress-testing medicines.
Dipyridamole Warnings & Precautions
Your prescriber may also review your full medication list and procedure plans before treatment.
Do not use Dipyridamole if:
- You are allergic to dipyridamole or any ingredient in the product
Key warnings to know
- Use caution if you have severe coronary artery disease because chest pain may worsen
- Use caution if you have low blood pressure because dipyridamole can cause peripheral vasodilation
- Liver enzyme elevations and hepatic failure have been reported
- If you need pharmacologic stress testing with IV dipyridamole, adenosine, or regadenoson, dipyridamole tablets are generally held for 48 hours before testing (follow your prescriber’s instructions)
Side Effects and When to Get Help
Side effects with dipyridamole tablets are often mild and may improve with continued use, but some symptoms still need medical attention. If symptoms are severe, worsening, or unusual for you, contact your healthcare provider.
Possible side effects may include
- Dizziness
- Abdominal distress or stomach discomfort
- Headache
- Rash
Get urgent help right away for
- Severe chest pain or worsening angina symptoms
- Fainting or severe dizziness
- Signs of a serious allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, trouble breathing, or severe rash
- Unusual bleeding (especially around surgery) or bleeding that concerns you
Interactions
Dipyridamole has important interaction considerations, especially with adenosinergic agents used in stress testing and with cholinesterase inhibitors. A medication review is important before starting new prescriptions, OTC products, or supplements.
Interactions you should discuss with your prescriber include
- Adenosine
- Regadenoson
- Other adenosinergic agents used for stress testing
- Cholinesterase inhibitors (may worsen myasthenia gravis symptoms)
Dipyridamole Drug Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Persantine (brand availability may vary) |
| Drug Class | Antiplatelet / vasodilator |
| Indication | Adjunct to coumarin anticoagulants to help prevent postoperative thromboembolic complications after cardiac valve replacement |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Strengths | 25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg |
| Administration Timing | Recommended dose is 75 mg to 100 mg four times daily as an adjunct to usual warfarin therapy |
| Who should not use it | People with hypersensitivity to dipyridamole or any ingredient in the product |
| Key Warnings | Use caution in severe coronary artery disease, hypotension, and liver impairment concerns; may need to hold before certain stress tests |
| Storage | Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) |
| Alternatives | Vary by indication (examples may include warfarin , clopidogrel [Plavix], aspirin/ER dipyridamole [Aggrenox]) |
Helpful Information
How To Buy Dipyridamole Online
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Prescription & Dispensing Standards
- Prescription required for all orders and reviewed for pharmacy and regulatory compliance
- Dispensed by licensed pharmacy partners
- Orders are held if information is missing, unclear, or does not match.
- No substitutions without prescriber approval, and no controlled substances.
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FAQs
What is Dipyridamole used for?
Dipyridamole tablets are used with a coumarin anticoagulant (such as warfarin) to help prevent postoperative thromboembolic complications after cardiac valve replacement.
How is Dipyridamole usually taken?
For the labeled heart valve replacement use, the recommended dose is 75 mg to 100 mg four times daily as an adjunct to usual warfarin therapy.
Can I take aspirin with Dipyridamole and warfarin?
The label notes that aspirin is not to be administered concomitantly with coumarin anticoagulants for this use. Follow your prescriber’s instructions for your specific regimen.
Do I need to stop Dipyridamole before a cardiac stress test?
You should tell the testing team and prescriber you are taking dipyridamole. The label notes dipyridamole tablets should be interrupted for 48 hours before certain pharmacologic stress tests using IV dipyridamole or other adenosinergic agents (follow provider instructions).
Which brand of Dipyridamole will I receive?
You will receive whichever brand is available at one of our licensed pharmacy partners. When it comes to generics, we usually choose whichever pharmacy will be able to ship your medication the soonest.
Ordering & Prescription FAQs
Do I need a prescription?
Yes, a prescription is required. Refills depend on what your prescriber authorizes.
How do I submit my prescription?
You can upload it through our Upload Prescription page, email it to info@myrxoutlet.com, or fax it to 1-888-230-1245. If you need a prescription transfer, just let us know at checkout and include your pharmacy or prescriber contact details.
When is my payment processed?
Your payment is processed only after your prescription and order have been reviewed and approved by our licensed pharmacy team. Once everything is confirmed, we’ll process payment and prepare your order for shipping.
What happens if my prescription can’t be verified?
Your order may be placed on hold or declined if prescription details are missing, don’t match, are expired, or can’t be confirmed.
Sources
FDA Prescribing Information, PERSANTINE (dipyridamole) tablets
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/012836s061lbl.pdf
DailyMed Drug Label, DIPYRIDAMOLE tablet
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a18b2af5-7c4a-4b7f-92c7-8a76e34da373