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Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

by MSN Laboratories
Ranolazine (500mg)

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Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

Introduction to Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

This drug is effective in the management of chronic angina; it increases the ability to exercise and reduces the frequency of angina attacks. 

Safety Advice for Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Patients with liver illness should use this medication with caution; a dosage change may be required.

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Restrict alcohol intake since it may exacerbate negative effects and interfere with drug interactions.

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Safety during pregnancy is not well established; use only when clearly necessary and under medical care.

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Use caution when driving since it may cause dizziness or sleepiness.

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Patients with Kidney illness should use this medication with caution; a dosage change may be required.

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Use breastfeeding carefully and speak with your healthcare practitioner.

How Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s works

Ranolazine blocks sodium currents in heart cells, which reduces intracellular calcium levels. Decreasing this level reduces oxygen consumption in the heart muscles and angina symptoms.

How To Use Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

  • Take this medicine once a day

Special Precautions About Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

  • This medication should not be used to treat abrupt onset chest discomfort If your heart rhythm changes in any manner, get in touch with your doctor straight once

Benefits Of Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

  • This drug can help to prevent pain and inflammation It also reduce joint swelling

Side Effects Of Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Liver damage
  • Respiratory problem

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

If you miss a dosage, take it as soon as you can. Never attempt to double

Health And Lifestyle

Aim for seven to nine hours of good sleep every night. To encourage sound sleep, set up a calming nighttime ritual and stick to a regular sleep schedule. Engage in stress-relieving activities and hobbies, deep breathing exercises, yoga, meditation, and other techniques. Stress management is essential for good mental and physical health.

Drug Interaction

  • protease inhibitor (ritonavir)
  • antifungals (fluconazole)

Drug Food Interaction

  • Grapefruit juice

Disease Explanation

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Acid reflux disease (GERD) is characterized by reflux of stomach acid into the esophagus on a regular basis. This can lead to symptoms like heartburn, regurgitation of acidic liquid into the mouth, chest pain, and difficulty swallowing. Barrett''s esophagus, a precancerous condition, and esophagitis, an inflammatory condition of the esophagus, can result from chronic GERD.

FAQ's on Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

In case I accidentally take excess of Rancv, what will happen?

Excess of Rancv 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 excess of Rancv by mistake, call your doctor right away or seek emergency medical care in a nearby hospital.

What is another name for ranolazine?

Ranolazine, sold under the brand name Ranexa among others, is a medication used to treat heart related chest pain. Typically it is used together with other medications when those are insufficient.

What causes angina?

Angina pectoris is the medical term for chest pain or discomfort due to coronary heart disease. It occurs when the heart muscle doesnt get as much blood as it needs. This usually happens because one or more of the hearts arteries is narrowed or blocked, also called ischemia.

What is ranolazine used to treat?

Ranolazine is used alone or with other medications to treat chronic angina (ongoing chest pain or pressure that is felt when the heart does not get enough oxygen). Ranolazine is in a class of medications called anti-anginals.

What are the serious side effects of Rancv?

Rancv may cause changes in electrical activity of 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. Rancv 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.

I have been taking simvastatin to keep my cholesterol levels in check. Can I take Rancv with it?

It is recommended not to take simvastatin and Rancv 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.

Is metoprolol a blood thinner?

What is metoprolol? Metoprolol belongs to a class of medications known as beta-blockers, or beta-adrenergic blocking agents, designed to lower blood pressure. Metoprolol slows down your heart rate making it easier for your heart to circulate blood throughout your body.

What does ranolazine do for the heart?

By reducing the flow of calcium into the cells, ranolazine is thought to help the heart to relax, improving blood flow to the heart muscle and relieving the symptoms of angina pectoris.

I started taking Rancv 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 Rancv. 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.

Is it safe to take Rancv if I am already taking metoprolol?

Yes, it is safe to take the Rancv and Metoprolol together. Rancv has minimal effect on blood pressure in patients of angina.

What is ranolazine er 500 mg used for?

Ranolazine is used to treat a certain type of chest pain (chronic stable angina). It decreases the number of times you may get chest pain. Relieving symptoms of angina can increase your ability to exercise and perform strenuous work.

Which agents should be avoided in a patient receiving ranolazine?

Because of possible additive effects on the QT interval, ranolazine should be avoided in patients with known QT prolongation (including congenital long QT syndrome, uncorrected hypokalemia), known history of ventricular tachycardia and in patients receiving drugs that prolong the QTc interval, such as Class Ia (e.g., ...

Can ranexa cause kidney failure?

Acute renal failure has been observed in some patients with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance [CrCL] <30 mL/min) while taking RANEXA.

What is chronic angina?

Angina is pain, discomfort or pressure in the chest. The most common types are chronic stable angina and unstable angina. Chronic stable angina. Chest pain occurs when your heart is working hard enough to need more oxygen, such as during exercise. The pain can go away when you rest.

Does ranolazine affect blood pressure?

Ranolazine, a piperazine derivative sold under the trade name Ranexa, is a well‐tolerated medication that selectively inhibits the late sodium current. Additionally, ranolazine has beneficial metabolic properties and does not affect heart rate or blood pressure.

Is ranolazine a beta blocker?

Ranolazine works by a different mechanism than traditional antianginals. Instead of acting on the oxygen supply-demand balance, the mechanism of action of beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and nitrates, ranolazine is a selective late-sodium current inhibitor.

What medications interact with ranolazine?

Do not use ranolazine together with carbamazepine (Tegretol®), clarithromycin (Biaxin®), nefazodone (Serzone®), phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin®), rifabutin (Mycobutin®), rifampin (Rifadin®, Rimactane®), rifapentine (Priftin®), medicine to treat fungus infections (eg, itraconazole, ketoconazole, Nizoral®, Sporanox®) ...

I am a diabetic and am taking metformin. My doctor has prescribed Rancv, is it safe to take both together?

If you are taking metformin along with Rancv, you have to be careful since Rancv 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.

Does ranexa help shortness of breath?

This is the most effective medication that has been effective in reducing my angina without experiencing shortness of breath.

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Saturday, 6 July, 2024

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Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

by MSN Laboratories
Ranolazine (500mg)

₹128₹116

9% off
Rancv 500mg Tablet ER 10s

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