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Can I eat this with Dipyridamole?
Alcohol can add to dipyridamole's dizziness, and some indigestion remedies may reduce the effect of tablets or liquid.
Also sold as Ofcram PR, Persantin, Persantin Retard, Pyridantin, Trolactin. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
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Quick answers
- Should I take Dipyridamole with food?
- Slow-release capsules: take with or soon after a meal. Tablets or liquid: take before meals.
- Can I drink alcohol with Dipyridamole?
- Yes, with care. Both alcohol and dipyridamole can lower blood pressure, making you dizzy. Stick to 14 units a week.
- Can I eat rich or spicy food with Dipyridamole?
- Yes, with care. May make feeling sick worse. Try taking your tablets with or after food instead.
- Can I eat ginkgo with Dipyridamole?
- Yes, with care. May affect your blood when taken with dipyridamole. Tell your doctor or pharmacist.
- Can I eat spicy food with Dipyridamole?
- Yes, with care. Rich or spicy food can make nausea worse. Take your tablets with or after food instead.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol can add to dipyridamole's dizziness, and some indigestion remedies may reduce the effect of tablets or liquid.
You can eat and drink normally while taking dipyridamole. Alcohol and dipyridamole can both lower blood pressure, making you dizzy. Some indigestion medicines may reduce dipyridamole's effect if you take tablets or liquid; keep them 2 to 3 hours apart. Taking your dose with or after food may help with feeling sick.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Slow-release capsules: take with or soon after a meal. Tablets or liquid: take before meals.
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Further reading on Dipyridamole
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About dipyridamole
NHS medicines information on dipyridamole – what it's used for and key facts.
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Who can and cannot take dipyridamole
NHS medicines information on who can take dipyridamole and who may not be able to take it.
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How and when to take dipyridamole
NHS medicines information on dosage for dipyridamole, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
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Side effects of dipyridamole
NHS medicines information on side effects of dipyridamole and what you can do to cope.
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Taking dipyridamole with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with dipyridamole and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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