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What are the adverse effects of persantine?

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Dr. Michael Zevitz
Cardiology 39 years experience
Usually none: But, Persantine is a vasodilator and can rarely cause a drop in blood pressure. It can also cause constriction of the airways of the lung, and rarely can cause a brief pause in the heart rhythm for several seconds.
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