Definition of Dipyridamole
1. Noun. A drug that inhibits thrombus formation when given chronically and causes vasodilation when given at high doses over a short time. ¹
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Medical Definition of Dipyridamole
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2,2',2'',2'''-((4,8-di-1-piperidinylpyrimido(5,4-d)pyrimidine-2,6-diyl)dinitrilo)tetrakisethanol. A coronary vasodilator often used in diagnostic imaging. It has been known to induce myocardial ischemia in patients with ischemic heart disease.
Pharmacological action: platelet aggregation inhibitors, vasodilator agents.
Chemical name: Ethanol, 2,2',2'',2'''-((4,8-di-1-piperidinylpyrimido(5,4-d)pyrimidine-2,6-diyl)dinitrilo)tetrakis-
(12 Dec 1998)
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