Persantine (Dipyridamole) is used to prevent blood clots after heart valve replacement surgery. This medication is combined with blood thinners to keep clots from forming. Dipyridamole belongs to a class of drugs known as platelet inhibitors. It works by stopping the platelets from clumping together and causing a blood clot. Blood clots can cause strokes, heart attacks or blocked blood vessels in the lungs.
Manufacturer Information
Our Canadian Pharmacy currently offers the brand Persantine from India manufactured by German Remedies. The generic Dipyridamole is available from Canada and United Kingdom by different manufacturers. The brand Persantine is available in the strength of 25 mg tablets; the generic Dipyridamole is available in the strength of 5 mg/ml/10 ml vials and 25 mg and 50 mg tablets.
The common side effects of Persantine may include diarrhea, dizziness, headache, upset stomach and vomiting.
Talk to your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Chest pain;
• Confusion;
• Dark urine;
• Fainting;
• Severe headache;
• Slurred speech;
• Stomach pain;
• Unusual bleeding or bruising;
• Vision changes;
• Yellowing eyes or skin
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Please call your doctor if you have any further concerns or questions.
You should not take Persantine if you are allergic to Dipyridamole or if you have any other allergies. Before you start taking this medication, talk to your doctor about your medical history and about all the medications you take including OTC and herbal medications. This medication may make you dizzy. Alcohol and marijuana can make you dizzier. You should not drive, use machinery or do anything that requires you to be alert. Limit alcoholic beverages. This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless it is clearly needed. Dipryridamole passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breast-feeding.
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