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Arkamin Tablet

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Prescription Required
strip of 30 tablets
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Clonidine (100mcg)
STORAGE
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Arkamin Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. Lowering the blood pressure helps to prevent future stroke and heart attack.

Arkamin Tablet is also used to prevent migraines and hot flushes in women during menopause. This medicine can be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at the same time every day. You should always take this medicine as advised by the doctor and should never stop it without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.

Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, nausea, fatigue, dry mouth, constipation, insomnia. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you.

Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult a doctor before taking it.

USES OF ARKAMIN TABLET

  • Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

BENEFITS OF ARKAMIN TABLET

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Arkamin Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ARKAMIN TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Arkamin

  • Dizziness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Enlarged salivary gland

HOW TO USE ARKAMIN TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Arkamin Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW ARKAMIN TABLET WORKS

Arkamin Tablet is an alpha-2 agonist. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ARKAMIN TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Arkamin Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick tips

  • Arkamin Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • It may cause you to feel lightheaded especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension).  Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. 
  • It may cause dryness of eyes. Take caution while using contact lenses.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Imidazoline derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Alpha 2-adrenoceptors agonist (Central sympatholytics)
Weight 2.1 kg
Dimensions 122 × 145 × 321 cm

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