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What is Ranolazine
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Ranolazine, also known as Ranexa, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses which include Chronic Angina .Effectiveness
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed dose of Ranolazine is contingent upon the diagnosed condition. The amount also fluctuates, in line with the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet, extended release or Tablet, film coated, extended release) featured in the table beneath.Warnings
Ranolazine ContraindicationsRanolazine Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Ranolazine?
At present, 4 active trials are assessing the potential of Ranolazine to provide relief for Chronic Angina sufferers.Ranolazine Reviews: What are patients saying about Ranolazine?
Patient Q&A Section about ranolazine
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is the mechanism of action of ranolazine?
"Ranolazine's main mode of action is to inhibit late INa, preventing sodium from overloading the cell."
What is the drug ranolazine used for?
"This medicine is used to treat chronic angina by widening blood vessels and decreasing the amount of work your heart has to do."
Is ranolazine for blood pressure?
"This medication is used to treat chest pain (angina) and high blood pressure (hypertension). The extended-release tablets are only for treating high blood pressure."
What is the side effect of ranolazine?
"In clinical trials of angina patients, the most common adverse reactions reported were dizziness (6.2%), headache (5.5%), constipation (4.5%), and nausea (4.4%). These reactions were more common in patients taking RANEXA than in those taking a placebo. Dizziness may increase as the dose increases."
What type of drug is ranolazine?
"Ranolazine is a medication used to treat chronic angina, which is chest pain or pressure that occurs when the heart does not get enough oxygen. Ranolazine is classified as an anti-anginal medication."