RANX 500 MG TABLET

SKU: AH_CH_AAN_1978 Category:

Generic : Ranolazine (500mg)

Treatment : Anti-Angina (heart-related chest pain), 

Pack size  : 15 (Tablet)

Manufacturer : Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$5.71

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Ranx 500 Tablet ER is used for the management of angina (heart-related chest pain). It helps to prevent new attacks of angina but does not stop an acute attack, once started. It relieves chest pain by making the heart work more efficiently.

Ranx 500 Tablet ER should be taken in the dose as advised by your doctor, at the same time each day. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Your doctor will decide how often you should take this medicine. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It is preventing future harm. If you stop taking it, your chest pain may come back.

You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, taking regular exercise, and managing stress. Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, constipation, and weakness. Talk to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

Ranx 500 Tablet ER may not suitable for some people. Tell your doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems. Also let your doctor know all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

 

BENEFITS OF RANX TABLET ER

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Ranx 500 Tablet ER reduces the oxygen requirement of the heart and relaxes the heart muscles. It makes sure that your heart is able to perform its functions in the amount of oxygen supply available without causing stress on heart muscles. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

 

HOW TO USE RANX TABLET ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ranx 500 Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

 

HOW RANX TABLET ER WORKS

Ranx 500 Tablet ER is an anti-anginal medication. It works by decreasing the oxygen requirement of the heart by relaxing heart muscle.

 

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ranx 500 Tablet ER. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ranx 500 Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ranx 500 Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Ranx 500 Tablet ER alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
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Kidney

CAUTION
Ranx 500 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ranx 500 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ranx 500 Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
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Liver

CAUTION
Ranx 500 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ranx 500 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ranx 500 Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

 

Interaction with drugs

  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • QUINIDINE
  • DOFETILIDE
  • SOTALOL
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE

 

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE RANX TABLET ER?

If you miss a dose of Ranx 500 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

SIDE EFFECTS

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Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ranx

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Weakness

FAQ's

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Q. What are the serious side effects of Ranx 500 Tablet ER?

Ranx 500 Tablet ER may cause changes in the electrical activity of the heart which is known as QT prolongation. Your doctor may get regular tests done to check the electrical activity of your heart. Tell your doctor right away if you feel faint, lightheaded or if your heart starts beating irregularly or fast, as these may be symptoms of QT prolongation. Ranx 500 Tablet ER may also cause kidney failure in patients who already have kidney problems. Therefore, your doctor may need to do tests to check how your kidneys are working.

Q. I started taking Ranx 500 Tablet ER about a week ago. Now I have noticed that my urine has become very dark though I am taking plenty of fluids. Is there anything to worry about?

Urine discoloration could be because of Ranx 500 Tablet ER. You need not worry if you do not have any other symptoms. However, if it still bothers you, you can talk to your doctor who will advise you further.

Q. In case I accidentally take an excess of Ranx 500 Tablet ER, what will happen?

Excess of Ranx 500 Tablet ER can cause nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, double vision, tiredness, severe tremor, confusion, hallucinations, difficulty in speaking and walking and you can even faint. If you have taken an excess of Ranx 500 Tablet ER by mistake, call your doctor right away or seek emergency medical care in a nearby hospital.

Q. Is it safe to take Ranx 500 Tablet ER if I am already taking metoprolol?

Yes, it is safe to take the Ranx 500 Tablet ER and Metoprolol together. Ranx 500 Tablet ER has minimal effect on blood pressure in patients with angina.

Q. I am a diabetic and am taking metformin. My doctor has prescribed Ranx 500 Tablet ER, is it safe to take both together?

If you are taking metformin along with Ranx 500 Tablet ER, you have to be careful since Ranx 500 Tablet ER may increase the levels of metformin in the body which can lead to metformin toxicity. Talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of metformin.

Q. I have been taking simvastatin to keep my cholesterol levels in check. Can I take Ranx 500 Tablet ER with it?

It is recommended not to take simvastatin and Ranx 500 Tablet ER together because it may cause simvastatin toxicity which may lead to symptoms like muscle weakness and soreness, fatigue, decreased urination, etc. Let your doctor know that you are already taking simvastatin. If it is still necessary to take, then take it exactly as advised by the doctor.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Pack size  – 15

Pack form  – tablet

MORE INFORMATION

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 Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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