Ranexa generic Ranolazine may be described as an anti – ischemic medication.
Furthermore, generic Ranolazine may be described as a white to off – white solid which dissolves in Dichloromethane and Methanol and partially dissolves in Tetrahydrofuran, Ethanol, Acetonitrile and Acetone.
Lastly, Ranexa generic Ranolazine very marginally dissolves in Ethyl acetate, Isopropanol, Toluene and Ethyl ether and almost does not dissolve in water.
Ranexa generic Ranolazine is used to effectively treat angina (chest pain). This medication accelerates blood flow, thereby helping the heart to function more efficiently.
Ranexa generic Ranolazine is available in tablet form with a strength of 500mg. Generic Ranolazine must be taken by mouth, usually twice daily with or without food or as directed by your health care professional. Ranexa generic Ranolazine is an extended release tablet so you have to swallow it whole, without cutting or crushing or chewing this medication and with a full glass of water. Generic Ranolazine is formulated to release the medicine slowly into the body. Crushing, breaking, cutting or chewing the pill will only cause too much of Ranexa generic Ranolazine to get released into the body at one time.
Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Ranexa generic Ranolazine you do not understand. You must also be sure to take generic Ranolazine exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Ranexa generic Ranolazine without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when generic Ranolazine is abruptly discontinued. Keep in mind that Ranexa generic Ranolazine is not to be used in the case of children.
While on an ongoing course of Ranexa generic Ranolazine if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.
• Sometimes, generic Ranolazine may cause the patient to experience fainting spells, drowsiness, a tingling sensation, dizziness, headaches, swelling of the legs or feet, shakiness and palpitations.
• Furthermore, Ranexa generic Ranolazine may cause the patient to experience ringing in the ears, nausea, a stomach upset, constipation, a dry mouth, numbness, vomiting and tremors.
If you are on an ongoing course of Ranexa generic Ranolazine before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.
Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Ranolazine or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.
• Sometimes, Ranexa generic Ranolazine interacts with various medications, such as Thioridazine, Erythromycin, Amiodarone, Dofetilide, Rifampin, Nelfinavir, Sotalol, Ketoconazole, Rifabutin, Indinavir and Clarithromycin.
• Furthermore, generic Ranolazine interacts with various medications, such as Ritonavir, Phenytoin, Saquinavir, Itraconazole, Carbamazepine, Ziprasidone, St. John's wort, Rifapentin, Nefazodone and Quinidine.
• Lastly, Ranexa generic Ranolazine interacts with various medications used to treat stomach complications, heart complications, seizures, migraines, antiarrythythmics, HIV protease inhibitors, Macrolide antibiotics, Tricyclic antidepressants and Azole antifungals.
In case of an overdose of Ranexa generic Ranolazine, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Furthermore, an overdose of generic Ranolazine may cause one to experience nausea, vomiting, numbness, a tingling sensation, dizziness, blurred vision, disorientation, palpitations or fainting spells.
Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, PAP tests, breast and pelvic tests, a mammogram, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Ranexa generic Ranolazine, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Ranolazine and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Ranexa generic Ranolazine, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery you must consult your health care professional. If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Ranolazine inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Ranexa generic Ranolazine passes into breast milk.
Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of generic Ranolazine. It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Ranexa generic Ranolazine, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
It is important that you do not take a double dose of Ranexa generic Ranolazine to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.
You must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Ranexa generic Ranolazine for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.
Store generic Ranolazine in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.
Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Ranexa generic Ranolazine medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused generic Ranolazine medication.
• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Ranexa generic Ranolazine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood, heart complications, QT prolongation or kidney complications.
• It is also very important for the patient to know that before consuming generic Ranolazine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from liver complications, congenital long QT syndrome or palpitations.
• While on an ongoing course of Ranexa generic Ranolazine, be certain to avoid taking grapefruit in any form; either the actual fruit or juice.
• Lastly, you must also keep in mind that generic Ranolazine may also cause changes in your ECG rhythm.