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EspañolAspirin-Dipyridamole Er overview
BRAND NAMES:
Aggrenox, aspirin-dipyridamole
Generic Names:
Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er
Uses:
Prevents strokes in patients who have blood flow disorders or a history of blood clots. This medicine contains 2 antiplatelets.
Therapeutic Classes:
Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor, Phosphodiesterase Inhibitor/Salicylate, Aspirin Combination
Forms:
Long Acting Capsule, Long Acting Capsule
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er come in
Long Acting Capsule
Long Acting Capsule
What are common Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er doses?
Bottle 60 Capsules Extended Release 12 Hour
Common Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er prescriptions
Aspirin-Dipyridamole ER
60 capsules extended release 12 hour bottleAspirin-Dipyridamole ER
25-200mg capsule extended release 12 hour
How to take Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Swallow the capsules whole. Do not crush, break, or chew them.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Swallow the capsules whole. Do not crush, break, or chew them.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to aspirin, dipyridamole, or to NSAID pain or arthritis medicine, such as diclofenac, ibuprofen, or naproxen. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant, or if you have a reaction to aspirin that includes asthma with a runny nose and nasal polyps (swollen tissue growths).
Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er warnings
It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, chest pain, heart problems, low blood pressure, myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness), or a history of stomach ulcer.
This medicine increases the risk of bleeding. Make sure your doctor knows if you already have bleeding problems.
Do not give aspirin to children or teenagers who have a viral infection, unless directed by a doctor. Aspirin can cause a serious disease called Reye syndrome.
Tell your doctor right away if you have a severe headache after you take this medicine. Your doctor may need to change your dose.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er interactions
Many other drugs can interact with aspirin and dipyridamole combination medicine. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially the following:A blood thinner, such as heparin or warfarinAcetazolamideAdenosineA diuretic (water pill)Antiplatelet medicineAspirin Blood pressure medicineDiabetes medicineNSAID pain or arthritis medicine, such as diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxenMethotrexateProbenecid, sulfinpyrazoneSeizure medicine
Aspirin can cause stomach bleeding, and alcohol can make the bleeding worse. Tell your doctor if you regularly have 3 or more drinks of alcohol every day.
This medicine increases the risk of bleeding. Make sure your doctor knows if you already have bleeding problems.
Do not give aspirin to children or teenagers who have a viral infection, unless directed by a doctor. Aspirin can cause a serious disease called Reye syndrome.
Tell your doctor right away if you have a severe headache after you take this medicine. Your doctor may need to change your dose.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Aspirin-Dipyridamole Er side effects
Serious Side Effects
Severe stomach pain, nausea, heartburn
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Red or black, tarry stools
Sweating, dizziness, fast heartbeat, ringing in your ears, and feeling warm
Severe headache, sleepiness, confusion
Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Less Serious Side Effects
Joint or muscle pain
Mild stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach