Aggrenox

Aggrenox is a prescription medication used to reduce the risk of stroke in patients who have had or are at risk of stroke.

It is a single product containing 2 medications: aspirin and extended-release dipyridamole.

The combination of aspirin and extended-release dipyridamole is in a class of drugs called antiplatelet agents. It works by preventing blood clots.

This medication comes in capsule form and is taken typically 2 times a day (morning and evening) with or without food.

Do not chew capsule.

Common side effects of Aggrenox include headache, dyspepsia (indigestion), stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea.

Stroke [1] Cardiovascular [2]

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Aggrenox

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Aggrenox reduces the risk of stroke in patients who have had or are at risk of stroke. Aggrenox increases the risk of bleeding.

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Aggrenox [11]