Aspirin+dipyridamole

Aspirin+dipyridamole is a prescription medication used to reduce the risk of stroke in patients who have already experienced a stroke or a mini-stroke. It works by helping to keep blood clots from forming in your blood vessels, which ensures a steady flow of oxygen-rich blood to your brain. This medicine is a critical part of a long-term strategy to protect your brain and cardiovascular system.

To get the full protective benefit, you must take Aspirin+dipyridamole consistently and exactly as your doctor instructs, typically twice a day. You can take this medication with or without food, but taking it with meals may help prevent stomach upset. Combining this treatment with a low-salt diet and regular, moderate physical activity can significantly improve your long-term cardiovascular health.

While taking Aspirin+dipyridamole, some people may experience mild side effects, with headache being the most common, especially when first starting the medicine. Most headaches improve over time, but you should consult your doctor if they become severe or persistent, or if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising.

Talk to your doctor before starting Aspirin+dipyridamole if you have a history of asthma, stomach ulcers, or severe bleeding problems. Do not take this if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, have a known bleeding disorder, or have experienced asthma attacks triggered by pain relievers.

This medicine can interact with alcohol, which increases your risk of stomach bleeding, and other blood thinners or common pain relievers. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication, as it may not be suitable for you.

Aspirin+dipyridamole combines two antiplatelet medicines that work in complementary ways to reduce harmful blood clot formation and support long-term stroke prevention. Its benefits include:

• Reduces the Risk of Recurrent Stroke: Helps prevent blood clots that could block blood flow to the brain and cause another ischaemic stroke.
• Prevents Platelet Clumping: Reduces the ability of platelets to stick together and form harmful clots inside blood vessels.
• Supports Healthy Blood Flow to the Brain: By lowering the risk of clot formation, it helps maintain blood flow through the blood vessels supplying the brain.
• Provides Dual Antiplatelet Action: Combines two medicines with complementary actions to provide effective protection against recurrent clot-related events in eligible patients.
• Simplifies Long-Term Treatment: Combines two active medicines in a single treatment, making it easier to follow the prescribed stroke-prevention plan consistently.

• Take Aspirin+dipyridamole with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• It is advised to take Aspirin+dipyridamole twice daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush or chew it.

Common Side Effects (Usually mild)

• Headaches, especially during the first few weeks of treatment
• Upset stomach, nausea, or mild heartburn
• Mild diarrhoea
• Dizziness or feeling lightheaded

Serious Side Effects (Consult your doctor right away)

• Unusual or heavy bleeding, such as nosebleeds, bleeding gums, or cuts that will not stop bleeding
• Black, tarry, or bloody stools
• Coughing up blood or vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds
• Signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as hives, itching, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, and difficulty breathing