All are true about ranolazine except?
Ranolazine has no effect on the hea and BP. It is a new anti anginal drug. It acts by inhibiting fatty acid oxidation and generation of free radicles which damages the hea muscle. It belongs to PFOR group of drugs- paial fatty acid oxidation inhibitors REF.Essentials of Pharmacology KD Tripathi 8th ed.
It causes hypotension
It is recommended as first line treatment for angina
It improves glycemic control
It is not indicated for acute attack of angina
Cardiovascular system