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dipyridamole: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

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UK/ˌdaɪpɪˈrɪdəməʊl/US/ˌdaɪpɪˈrɪdəmoʊl/

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Quick answer

What does “dipyridamole” mean?

A platelet inhibitor and vasodilator medication.

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Pronunciation

Definition

Meaning and Definition

A platelet inhibitor and vasodilator medication.

A drug used primarily to prevent blood clots after heart valve surgery or for diagnostic heart imaging tests (stress tests).

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

No differences in meaning or application. Brand name 'Persantin' is/was more common in the UK, while it is widely available as a generic in the US.

Connotations

Neutral, clinical, and functional in both varieties.

Frequency

Equally low-frequency in both varieties, limited to professional medical communication and patient literature.

Grammar

How to Use “dipyridamole” in a Sentence

[Patient] was prescribed dipyridamole.[Doctor] administered dipyridamole for the [test].Dipyridamole is used to prevent [clots/thrombosis].

Vocabulary

Collocations

strong
take dipyridamoledipyridamole therapydipyridamole stress test
medium
oral dipyridamoleprescribe dipyridamoledipyridamole and aspirin
weak
dipyridamole tabletdipyridamole injectiondiscontinue dipyridamole

Examples

Examples of “dipyridamole” in a Sentence

adjective

British English

  • The dipyridamole component of the regimen is essential.
  • He underwent a dipyridamole-thallium scan.

American English

  • The dipyridamole protocol for the stress test is standard.
  • She reported a dipyridamole-related headache.

Usage

Meaning in Context

Academic

Used in pharmacology and cardiology research papers.

Everyday

Used only when discussing specific medical treatment or tests with a healthcare provider.

Technical

Core term in clinical pharmacology, cardiology, and neurology for stroke prevention protocols.

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “dipyridamole”

Strong

platelet aggregation inhibitor

Neutral

Persantin®

Weak

antiplatelet agentvasodilator

Vocabulary

Antonyms of “dipyridamole”

procoagulantclotting agent

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “dipyridamole”

  • Mispronouncing it as 'di-pir-i-da-mole' (misplaced stress).
  • Confusing it with other antiplatelets like 'clopidogrel'.
  • Spelling as 'dypyridamole' or 'dipyradimole'.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

No, it is not an analgesic. It is an antiplatelet and vasodilator used to prevent clots.

No, it is a prescription-only medication.

A heart test where dipyridamole is injected to simulate the effect of exercise on the heart, allowing doctors to assess blood flow.

Yes, headaches, dizziness, and gastrointestinal upset are relatively common but usually mild.

A platelet inhibitor and vasodilator medication.

Dipyridamole is usually technical / medical in register.

Dipyridamole: in British English it is pronounced /ˌdaɪpɪˈrɪdəməʊl/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌdaɪpɪˈrɪdəmoʊl/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Think: 'DI-PYRID-AMOLE' → 'DIE' (to prevent clotting death) + 'PYRID' (sounds like 'pyramid', a stable structure it disrupts in blood) + 'AMOLE' (like 'a molecule').

Conceptual Metaphor

MEDICINE IS A TRAFFIC CONTROLLER (it stops platelets from congregating/clotting, like a controller stopping traffic jams).

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
Patients scheduled for a chemical stress test are often given intravenously.
Multiple Choice

What is the primary medical use of dipyridamole?