I've had a heart stroke before, back in 2008, and my doctor told me to take Ranozex 1gm twice a day. He also recommended a thallium test. I'm wondering if I could switch to RANCAD 1000mg Ranolazine from Lupin Ltd instead of the Ranozex 1gm. Is it okay to use different brands of the same medication? Just want to make sure it's safe.

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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yes u can take the medication composition is same only brand name is different..

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Answered 04/07/2025

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