Peridamol Suspension
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Product introduction
Peridamol Suspension is an antiplatelet medication used to prevent stroke. It is also used to prevent blood clotting after heart valve replacement. It also reduces the risk of having another stroke in people who have already suffered a stroke.
Peridamol Suspension is best taken in an empty stomach. Take it regularly and at a fixed time to get the maximum benefit from it. Continue taking the medicine even if you feel better until the full dose is completed. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor.
Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. It may also cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, and decreased blood pressure as its side effects. If you are going under any surgery or dental treatment then you may need to stop this medicine for some time but only after consulting with your doctor.
Before taking it, you must inform the doctor if you have any other preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you.
Peridamol Suspension is best taken in an empty stomach. Take it regularly and at a fixed time to get the maximum benefit from it. Continue taking the medicine even if you feel better until the full dose is completed. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor.
Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. It may also cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, and decreased blood pressure as its side effects. If you are going under any surgery or dental treatment then you may need to stop this medicine for some time but only after consulting with your doctor.
Before taking it, you must inform the doctor if you have any other preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you.
Uses of Peridamol Suspension
- Prevention of Stroke
- Stroke prevention
Benefits of Peridamol Suspension
In Prevention of Stroke
Peridamol Suspension prevents blood from clotting inside the veins and arteries. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). It helps prevent the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Side effects of Peridamol Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Peridamol
- Bleeding
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Peridamol Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Peridamol Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.
How Peridamol Suspension works
Peridamol Suspension is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing the platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Peridamol Suspension.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Peridamol Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Peridamol Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Peridamol Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Peridamol Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Peridamol Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Peridamol Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Peridamol Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Peridamol Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Peridamol Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails or using sharp objects.
- If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Peridamol Suspension temporarily.
- Headache is a common side effect, but it often goes away after the first week of use.
- Peridamol Suspension is a good medication for preventing blood clots.
- For best results, take it at the same time every day.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails or using sharp objects.
- Headache is a common side effect, but it often goes away after the first week of use.
- If you are going to have a surgery or dental treatment, you may be asked to stop taking Peridamol Suspension temporarily.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrimido-pyrimidine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Phosphodiesterase III Inhibitors (Antiplatelet Agents)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Peridamol with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Dipyridamole may reduce the efficacy of Fludarabine.
Do not consume Fludarabine with Dipyridamole.
Dipyridamole may reduce the requirement of Adenosine.
Do not consume Adenosine with Dipyridamole. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.
Dipyridamole may reduce the efficacy of Fludarabine.
Do not consume Fludarabine with Dipyridamole.
Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure.
Do not consume Dobutamine with Dipyridamole.
Dipyridamole may reduce the requirement of Adenosine.
Do not consume Adenosine with Dipyridamole. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can the use of Peridamol Suspension increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Peridamol Suspension increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
What medicines should I avoid while taking Peridamol Suspension?
Peridamol Suspension can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
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