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Overview
Aggrenox was a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reduce the risk of stroke. Aggrenox was a combination drug composed of aspirin and dipyridamole.
Aspirin and dipyridamole are anticoagulants, or blood thinners. It is believed that anticoagulants work by inhibiting the formation of clots.
How was it taken?
Aggrenox was generally taken twice daily. Aggrenox came in capsule form.
Side effects
The FDA-approved label for Aggrenox listed common side effects including headache, nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
Rare but serious side effects listed for Aggrenox include increased risk for bleeding and fetal harm.
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Label: Aggrenox — Aspirin and Dipyridamole Capsule — DailyMed
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