Ranolazine: how to take it safely
Ranexa
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Prevents angina (chest pain) in people who still have pain on other medicines.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow slow-release tablets whole with water. Do not crush or chew.
When to take it
Take it twice a day, morning and evening.
Take it with
With or without food.
What to avoid
- Grapefruit juice.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems.
- Tell your pharmacist about other medicines you take, as many interact with it.
Possible side effects
Dizziness, constipation, nausea, headache.
Get help if
Fainting, palpitations, or chest pain that does not ease: get urgent help.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.