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Ranolazine
  • Treatments
  • Angina

Ranolazine

Generic name: ranolazine [ ra-NOE-la-zeen ]
Brand name: Ranexa
Dosage form: oral tablet, extended release (1000 mg; 500 mg)
Drug class:Antianginal agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Sep 1, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is ranolazine?

Ranolazine is used to treat chronic angina (chest pain). Ranolazine is not for use during an acute (emergency) attack of angina.

Ranolazine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not take ranolazine if you have cirrhosis of the liver.

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.

Before taking this medicine

You should not take ranolazine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

  • cirrhosis of the liver.

Many drugs can interact and cause dangerous effects. Some drugs should not be used together with ranolazine. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use: