Dipyridamole : Interaction with Food, Herbs and Alcohol

Written & Compiled by Madhumathi Palaniappan | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team

Interaction of Dipyridamole with Food, Herbs and Alcohol - For your own safety It is important to understand and avoid the drug-food interaction and how to take the medication. Drug-food interaction can sometimes cause side effects and can even reduce the efficacy of the drug.

Dipyridamole is a coronary vasodilator, prescribed for blood clot events.

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Dipyridamole Interactions with Food and Herbs

Ginkgo Biloba: When you take dipyridamole, you should not take ginkgo biloba as it increases the risk of bleeding.

Dipyridamole Interactions with Alcohol

Don't drink more than 3 alcoholic drinks when you are on dipyridamole as alcohol can increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

How to Take the Medication -

Dipyridamole comes in the form of a tablet. You can take this 4 times in a day. Read and follow the instructions exactly as directed. Stick to the recommended dose. Do not stop the medicine suddenly without consulting the doctor.

Dipyridamole for Medical Condition(s)

Deep Vein Thrombosis

A blood clot (thrombus) in the deep venous system of the leg leads to deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT is a major cause of morbidity and mortality.

Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a complication that results from a block in the main artery supplying the lungs

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