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Medicines dipyridamoleQuestion & answer

dipyridamole · Medicine question

Can dipyridamole be taken with aspirin?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

They are sometimes prescribed together for clot prevention. Do not add aspirin yourself because their platelet effects are additive.

Sources for this answer

Dipyridamole 200 mg Prolonged Release Capsules, Hard — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Attia 200 mg Modified-Release Capsules, Hard — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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