Ranx 1000 Tablet (Ranolazine 1000mg)

Description

Ranx 1000 Mg Tablet is used to relieve chest pain in conditions like chronic angina. Proper lifestyle modifications are necessary along with this medicine for a speedy recovery. Elderly and low body weight patients should use this medicine with caution due to the increased risk of undesired effects.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ranx 1000 Mg Tablet
Rancad 1000 Mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd.
Randear 1000 Mg Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Ranolaz 1000 Mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Revulant 1000 Mg Tablet
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ranx 1000 Mg Tablet
Dizziness
Ringing or buzzing in the ears
Chest tightness
Headache
Blurred vision
Constipation
Dry mouth
Stomach pain
Loss of strength

Uses of Ranx 1000 Mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Angina Pectoris
This medicine is used for the treatment of chronic angina pectoris (severe chest pain) caused due to reduced flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. It is not recommended as first-line therapy for treating acute angina attacks.

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When not to use?

Severe liver disease
This medicine is contraindicated in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Drug interaction
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients receiving strong CYP3A inhibitors like ketoconazole, clarithromycin, nelfinavir, and CYP3A inducers like carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, rifampin, etc. due to the increased risk of worsening severe adverse effects.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to ranolazine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Elderly population
This medicine should be used with caution in patients more than 60 years of age due to an increase in the risk of undesired effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. The dose should be adjusted based on the kidney function.
Low body weight
This medicine should be used with caution in patients less than 60 kg of body weight due to an increase in the risk of undesired effects. The dose should be adjusted based on body weight.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take this medicine as advised by the doctor. Do not consume larger quantities than prescribed. It is advised that you inform the doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney disease. Proper lifestyle modifications should be adopted along with the medicine to prevent further complications. Report to the doctor if you experience any undesired effects while receiving the medicine.