Ranokart
Ranokart Products are primarily used for
Angina (heart-related chest pain)
About Ranokart Products
Ranokart Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ranokart are Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Constipation.
How Ranokart 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 Ranokart Products
Frequently asked questions about Ranokart Products
Frequently asked questions about Ranolazine
Q. What are the serious side effects of Ranokart 500 Tablet SR?
Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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. Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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 Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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 Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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 Ranokart 500 Tablet SR, what will happen?
An excess of Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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 Ranokart 500 Tablet SR by mistake, call your doctor right away or seek emergency medical care in a nearby hospital.
Q. Is it safe to take Ranokart 500 Tablet SR if I am already taking metoprolol?
Yes, it is safe to take the Ranokart 500 Tablet SR and metoprolol together. Ranokart 500 Tablet SR has minimal effect on blood pressure in patients with angina.
Q. I am a diabetic and am taking metformin. My doctor has prescribed Ranokart 500 Tablet SR, is it safe to take both together?
If you are taking metformin along with Ranokart 500 Tablet SR, you have to be careful since Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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 Ranokart 500 Tablet SR with it?
It is recommended not to take simvastatin and Ranokart 500 Tablet SR 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.