Generic name: Ranolazine
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Aspruzyo Sprinkle?
Ranolazine is used in adults 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 are allergic to it, or if you have:
- cirrhosis of the liver.
Some drugs should not be used with ranolazine. Your treatment plan may change if you also use:
- clarithromycin;
- nefazodone;
- St. John's wort;
- antifungal medicine--itraconazole, ketoconazole;
- HIV or AIDS medicine--indinavir, lopinavir/ritonavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir;
- seizure medicine--carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin; or
- tuberculosis medicine--rifabutin, rifampin, rifapentine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- long QT syndrome (in you or a family member);
- liver disease; or
- kidney disease.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I use Aspruzyo Sprinkle
Use Aspruzyo Sprinkle (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
You may take ranolazine tablets with or without food.
Open the pack of ranolazine granules and mix the medicine with a tablespoon of soft food such as applesauce or yogurt. Swallow the mixture right away without crushing or chewing.
Ranolazine granules can also be given through a feeding tube. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.
Chronic angina is often treated with a combination of drugs. Do not change your dose or dosing schedule without your doctor's advice.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
You may need medical tests to check your heart and kidney function.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.
Aspruzyo Sprinkle side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- a light-headed feeling;
- fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you might pass out); or
- kidney problems--swelling, urinating less, feeling tired or short of breath.
Common side effects may include:
- nausea, constipation;
- headache; or
- dizziness.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Aspruzyo Sprinkle?
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Avoid drinking alcohol. Drinking alcohol with ranolazine granules can cause side effects.
Grapefruit may interact with ranolazine and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products.