Danolin
Danolin Products are primarily used for
Angina (heart-related chest pain)
About Danolin Products
Danolin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Danolin are Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Constipation.
How Danolin Products work
Ranolazine is an anti-anginal medication. It works by decreasing the oxygen requirement of the heart by relaxing heart muscle.
Patient Concerns about Danolin Products
Frequently asked questions about Danolin Products
Frequently asked questions about Ranolazine
Q. What are the serious side effects of Danolin 500 Tablet ER?
Danolin 500 Tablet ER may cause changes in the electrical activity of the heart, which is known as QT prolongation. Your doctor may get regular tests done to check the electrical activity of your heart. Tell your doctor right away if you feel faint or lightheaded or if your heart starts beating irregularly or fast, as these may be symptoms of QT prolongation. Danolin 500 Tablet ER may also cause kidney failure in patients who already have kidney problems. Therefore, your doctor may need to do tests to check how your kidneys are working.
Q. I started taking Danolin 500 Tablet ER about a week ago. Now I have noticed that my urine has become very dark, though I am taking plenty of fluids. Is there anything to worry about?
Dark urine while taking Danolin 500 Tablet ER is not a common side effect, but it can sometimes happen. Monitor for other symptoms like yellowing of the skin/eyes (jaundice), severe fatigue, nausea, or unusual muscle pain. Consult your doctor as soon as possible to rule out any liver- or kidney-related issues. Check if you’re taking other medications that could cause urine discoloration, such as vitamins, antibiotics, or certain foods like beets.
Q. In case I accidentally take an excess of Danolin 500 Tablet ER, what will happen?
An excess of Danolin 500 Tablet ER can cause nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, double vision, tiredness, severe tremor, confusion, hallucinations, difficulty in speaking and walking, and you can even faint. If you have taken an excess of Danolin 500 Tablet ER by mistake, call your doctor right away or seek emergency medical care in a nearby hospital.
Q. Is it safe to take Danolin 500 Tablet ER if I am already taking metoprolol?
Yes, it is safe to take the Danolin 500 Tablet ER and metoprolol together. Danolin 500 Tablet ER has minimal effect on blood pressure in patients with angina.
Q. I am a diabetic and am taking metformin. My doctor has prescribed Danolin 500 Tablet ER, is it safe to take both together?
If you are taking metformin along with Danolin 500 Tablet ER, you have to be careful since Danolin 500 Tablet ER may increase the levels of metformin in the body, which can lead to metformin toxicity. Talk to your doctor, who will modify the dose of metformin.
Q. I have been taking simvastatin to keep my cholesterol levels in check. Can I take Danolin 500 Tablet ER with it?
It is recommended not to take simvastatin and Danolin 500 Tablet ER together because it may cause simvastatin toxicity, which may lead to symptoms like muscle weakness and soreness, fatigue, decreased urination, etc. Let your doctor know that you are already taking simvastatin. If it is still necessary to take it, then take it exactly as advised by the doctor.