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Rolazin 500mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Ranolazine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Rolazin 500mg Tablet

Rolazin 500mg Tablet is an antianginal medication. It is used in the treatment of angina. It is can be used on its own or in combination with other medications.

On using Rolazin 500mg Tablet you may experience side effects such as weakness, stomach pain, dryness of mouth, dizziness, difficulty with bowel movements, bloating, chest pain, trouble with breathing, agitation, aggression, chills, cold sweats, nausea, tingling sensations, sudden weight gain or loss and rapid or irregular heartbeat. Seek medical attention if you face any adverse reactions on using this medication.

Before using this medication tell your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Rolazin 500mg Tablet, you have any other allergies, you are taking other prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have liver cirrhosis, you suffer from liver/ kidney disorders, you have diabetes, you are pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby.

The dosage should ideally be prescribed by the doctor based on your age, overall medical history and current condition. The usual dose in adults prescribed for treating Angina Pectoris is 500 mg to be taken orally two times a day. The dose may be increased to 1000 mg per day depending on responses to therapy.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Rolazin 500mg Tablet

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Rolazin 500mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Rolazin 500mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Rancad 1000mg tablet er may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Rancad 1000mg tablet er is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients should be advised to avoid driving a car or operating hazardous machinery

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Rolazin 500mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rolazin 500mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Ranolazine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    The exact mechanism of action of this medication is not known, but experiments show that it is a P-gp inhibitor. It does that by changing the trans-cellular late sodium current. This is how it during myocardial ischemia, it affects the sodium-dependent calcium channels.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Ranolazine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ranolazine

      • Ranolazine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00243

      • RANOLAZINE tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=RANOLAZINE

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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