Package | Dosage | Price | Price per Dose | |
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Dosage: 500mg | ||||
180 pill | 500mg | AUD683.78 | AUD3.80 | |
120 pill | 500mg | AUD487.19 | AUD4.06 | |
90 pill | 500mg | AUD384.62 | AUD4.27 | |
60 pill | 500mg | AUD286.32 | AUD4.77 | |
30 pill | 500mg | AUD192.30 | AUD6.41 | |
Dosage: 1000mg | ||||
180 pill | 1000mg | AUD769.26 | AUD4.27 | |
120 pill | 1000mg | AUD551.29 | AUD4.59 | |
90 pill | 1000mg | AUD465.82 | AUD5.17 | |
60 pill | 1000mg | AUD346.15 | AUD5.77 | |
30 pill | 1000mg | AUD205.12 | AUD6.84 |
Ranolazine Description
What is Ranolazine?
Ranolazine is a prescription medicine used to treat symptoms of chronic angina in adults. It is not a cure for heart disease, but it helps reduce chest pain. The drug works in a way different from nitrates or beta blockers. It lowers the late sodium current in heart muscle cells, which helps the heart use energy more efficiently and can lessen angina episodes. It is supplied as extended-release tablets for twice-daily use.
Ranolazine should be part of a broader treatment plan that includes lifestyle changes and other prescribed medicines. Your healthcare provider will determine if this medicine fits your condition. Read the label carefully and follow the directions exactly. If you have questions, ask a pharmacist or clinician before taking it or at your next refill.
How does Ranolazine work?
The key action is to reduce late sodium influx in heart cells. This decreases intracellular calcium and lowers the heart’s oxygen demand, especially during activity. The result is improved blood flow to the heart muscle and fewer angina symptoms for many patients. It works differently from blood thinners, cholesterol medicines, or blood pressure drugs.
Because ranolazine acts on cellular electrical activity, it can be used with several other heart medicines. The dose and combination depend on your symptoms, blood pressure, liver function, and other health factors. Do not change your dose on your own and report new or worsening symptoms promptly.
How to take Ranolazine
Take ranolazine exactly as prescribed, usually twice daily. Swallow the extended-release tablet whole with water. Do not chew, crush, or break it, as this can change how the medicine works. You may take it with or without food, but try to take doses at about the same times each day.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. Do not double up to make up for a forgotten one. Keep taking it even if you feel well, unless your clinician tells you to stop. Always follow your doctor’s instructions for duration and follow-up checks.
Possible side effects
Common side effects are dizziness, headache, constipation, and nausea. Some people feel tired or have a dry mouth or stomach upset. Side effects are usually mild, but tell your doctor if they persist or bother you.
Ranolazine can affect heart rhythm in rare cases. Seek care for fainting, very fast or irregular heartbeats, or chest pain that does not improve. Call a clinician if you notice signs of liver trouble, such as yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, or upper right abdominal pain.
Safety, interactions, and warnings
Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines you take, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements. Ranolazine is processed by liver enzymes such as CYP3A and 2D6, so medicines that strongly inhibit or induce these enzymes can raise or lower ranolazine levels. Avoid combining with medicines that raise the risk of abnormal heart rhythms unless your doctor instructs otherwise.
Ranolazine is typically not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly needed, and it is usually not preferred while breastfeeding. People with severe liver disease should not use it or require careful monitoring. Share your full medical history with your clinician to assess risks and monitoring needs.
Storage and handling
Store ranolazine at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Keep the bottle tightly closed and out of reach of children. Do not use the medicine after the expiration date printed on the bottle or blister pack. If you have unused tablets, talk to your pharmacist about proper disposal.