What is Aspirin-Dipyridamole ER? Uses, warnings & side effects

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.

What to do if you miss a dose of Aspirin-Dipyridamole ER

Aspirin-Dipyridamole ER contraindications - Who shouldn't take Aspirin-Dipyridamole ER?

• 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 & what to avoid when taking Aspirin-Dipyridamole ER

• 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.