Ranx 500 Tablet (Ranolazine 500mg)

Medical Description

Ranx 500mg Tablet contains Ranolazine as its active ingredient. It is used to treat heart related chest pain (angina). Your doctor may prescribe this medicine in combination with other medicines. While taking this medicine you should be cautious of your diet and should also exercise regularly. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It can be taken with or without food. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Uses of Ranx 500 MG

Ranx 500mg Tablet is used to prevent angina attacks (heart related chest pain).

Contraindications of Ranx 500 MG

If you are allergic to Ranolazine or any other ingredients of Ranx 500mg Tablet
If you are suffering from any liver or kidney diseases.
If you are on medications to treat any bacterial (like clarithromycin), fungal (like ketoconazole) or HIV infections (like ritonavir).
If you are taking medicines to treat your heart problems (like quinidine) or mental health (like nefazodone).

Side effects of Ranx 500 MG

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Weakness

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have problems with your kidneys
You are suffering from any liver related disease
You are above 60 years
You have any problems with your heart like heart failure or have ever had an abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG).
You weigh 60 kgs or less
Ranx 500mg Tablet is not recommended to be used in patients who are less than 18 years old.

Mode of Action of Ranx 500 MG

How Does It Work?
Ranolazine in Ranx 500mg Tablet relieves pain by relaxing the heart muscles.

Directions for Use of Ranx 500 MG

Take Ranx 500mg Tablet exactly as directed by the doctor. Swallow it with a glass of water or milk. You may take it with or without food. Do not break, crush or chew the medicine. It is essential to take it regularly and at a fixed time. Follow your doctor’s instructions and do not exceed that dose more than that recommended.

Interactions of Ranx 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Ranx 500mg Tablet may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
Ranx 500mg Tablet should not be concomitantly used with antibiotics like clarithromycin, antifungals like itraconazole, medicines used in HIV infection like ritonavir, medicines used to treat your mental health like nefazodone, medicines used to treat your heart problems like quinidine, sotalol, etc.
Concomitant use of this medicine along with medicines like ciclosporin (used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ), diltiazem or verapamil (used in heart related conditions) may increase the chances of side effects.
Concomitant use along with phenytoin, carbamazepine (used in fits), rifampicin (antibiotic) or herbal preparations like St. John’s Wort can alter the effects of Ranx 500mg Tablet.
Other medicines like digoxin or metoprolol, terfenadine, imipramine, doxepin, bupropion, cyclophosphamide, simvastatin, lovastatin, ciclosporin must be used with caution along with Ranx 500mg Tablet.
Interactions with food items
Ranx 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should avoid consuming grapefruit juice while on treatment with this medicine.

Storage and disposal of Ranx 500 MG

Ranx 500mg Tablet should be stored at room temperature protected from moisture and heat. Keep them out of reach and sight of children and pets.

Dosage of Ranx 500 MG

Overdose
Overdose of Ranx 500mg Tablet may cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, dizziness. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
In case you’ve missed any dose of Ranx 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.