dipyridamole /dī′pirid″əmōl/ , an antiplatelet agent. ▪ INDICATIONS: When used in combination with coumarin anticoagulants, it is used to prevent postoperative thromboembolic complications of cardiac valve replacement. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: It should be used with caution in hypotension. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: The adverse reactions are mild and transient, such as headache, dizziness, rash, nausea, and flushing.
