Drug interactions
Dipyridamole + Ginko biloba
Severity: Minor
Dipyridamole and Ginko biloba: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Ginkgo may inhibit platelet function and dipyridamole also reduces platelet aggregation. Concurrent use may theoretically increase the chance of bruising or bleeding, though published evidence is limited and conflicting.
What this interaction means in plain words
Dipyridamole and Ginko biloba have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Dipyridamole belongs to Cardiovascular; Ginko biloba belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract.
Why it happens
Additive antiplatelet effects: ginkgo antagonizes platelet-activating factor while dipyridamole inhibits adenosine reuptake and phosphodiesterase in platelets.
What to do
Discourage routine ginkgo use with dipyridamole. Watch for unusual bleeding or bruising if the patient continues it.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Ginko biloba
- Ginko biloba + Ketorolac Major
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- Acemetacin + Ginko biloba Moderate
- Alteplase + Ginko biloba Moderate
- Anagrelide + Ginko biloba Moderate
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- Adenosine + Dipyridamole Major
- Betrixaban + Dipyridamole Major
- Dabigatran + Dipyridamole Major
- Dipyridamole + Regadenoson Major
- Dipyridamole + Venetoclax Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Dipyridamole with Ginko biloba?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Dipyridamole and Ginko biloba have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ginkgo may inhibit platelet function and dipyridamole also reduces platelet aggregation. Concurrent use may theoretically increase the chance of bruising or bleeding, though published evidence is limited and conflicting.
How serious is the interaction between Dipyridamole and Ginko biloba?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Discourage routine ginkgo use with dipyridamole. Watch for unusual bleeding or bruising if the patient continues it.
What other medicines interact with Ginko biloba?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Ginko biloba with, for example, Ketorolac, Abciximab, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Ginko biloba page.
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