Is Persantine a blood thinner?
Persantine (dipyridamole) is a platelet inhibitor used to prevent blood clots after heart valve replacement surgery. Persantine is available in generic form.
Does Persantine contain aspirin?
It contains two medications: a very low dose of aspirin (25 milligrams per tablet) and dipyridamole in a slow-release form.
What medications contain Persantine?
Dipyridamole Brand names: Attia, Ofcram, Persantin, Persantin Retard, Trolactin.
What is the antidote for Persantine?
Inform the Cardiologist if you feel nauseous, lightheaded/dizzy, and/or if you develop a headache or chest discomfort Should you experience any symptoms/side effects, the antidote to Persantine, Aminophylline, will be given intravenously to reverse the effects.
What is Persantine stress test?
A persantine thallium stress test is a test where pictures are taken of your heart muscle. A “stress” test is usually done while a person exercises. While a person exercises, caregivers can see if areas of the heart muscle are getting enough blood. You will not need to exercise for this test.
What is Persantine drug used for?
This medication is used in combination with “blood thinners” such as warfarin to keep clots from forming after heart valve replacements. Clots are a serious complication that can cause strokes, heart attacks, or blocked blood vessels in the lungs (pulmonary embolisms). Dipyridamole is an antiplatelet drug.
What is the medication Persantine used for?
How long does nuclear medicine stay in the body?
How long does the injection stay in my system? The nuclear imaging agent is out of your system within 60 hours, but it is always decaying so it becomes minimal in a relatively short period of time.
How do I prepare for a persantine stress test?
What should I do to get ready for the persantine thallium stress test?
- Do not eat or drink anything except water for six hours before the test.
- Do not use any medicines (over-the-counter or prescribed) that contain caffeine for six hours before the test.
- Do not smoke or use chewing tobacco for six hours before the test.
What medications interfere with a nuclear stress test?
Common Names of Medications to Hold Prior to Stress Testing (Nuclear and Standard Stress)
- Bisoprolol (Zebeta, Ziac)
- Metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol, Lopressor HCT)
- Nadolol (Corgard, Corzide)
- Nebivolol (Bystolic)
- Pindolol (Visken)
- Propranolol (Inderal, Inderide)
- Carvedilol (Coreg, Coreg CR)
- Labetalol (Trandate)