Ranolazine (Ranexa) Contributions by ColleenO

Ranolazine (RenexaRanexa) is an anti-anginal medication that does not depend on reductions in heart rate or blood pressure. It reduces the frequency of anginal chest pain, but has not been shown to reduce heart attacks.

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Ranolazine reduces angina by improving blood flow, helping the heart work more efficiently.

Possible side effects of ranolazine include:

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Changes in electrocardiogram readings
• Potential to interact with other medications—This medication should be avoided in patients with liver or severe kidney disease.

Ranolazine (Ranexa) is an anti-anginal medication that does not depend on reductions in heart rate or blood pressure. It reduces the frequency of anginal chest pain, but has not been shown to reduce heart attacks.

Ranolazine reduces angina by improving blood flow, helping the heart work more efficiently.