Arkamox 0.2 Tablet
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Product introduction
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. Lowering the blood pressure helps to prevent future stroke and heart attack.
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet can be taken with or without food. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. You should take this medicine as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly 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.
It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake.
Common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and back pain. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you.
Before taking this medicine, its better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking it.
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet can be taken with or without food. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. You should take this medicine as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly 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.
It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake.
Common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and back pain. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you.
Before taking this medicine, its better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking it.
Uses of Arkamox Tablet
Side effects of Arkamox 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 Arkamox
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Rash
- Dizziness
- Back pain
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vertigo
How to use Arkamox 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. Arkamox 0.2 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Arkamox Tablet works
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medication. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
Use of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
What if you forget to take Arkamox Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Arkamox 0.2 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.\n
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Quick tips
- Arkamox 0.2 Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Eat healthy (low-sodium diet), exercise, quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, and reduce stress along with taking Arkamox 0.2 Tablet.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Arkamox 0.2 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.
- Arkamox 0.2 Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Eat healthy (low-sodium diet), exercise, quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, and reduce stress along with taking Arkamox 0.2 Tablet.
- Arkamox 0.2 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.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrimidines derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Mixed Alpha-2-Adrenergic and Imidazoline Receptor Agonists
Interaction with drugs
Taking Arkamox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure.
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Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure.
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Patient concerns
FAQs
Can I stop Arkamox 0.2 Tablet if my blood pressure is controlled?
Do not stop taking Arkamox 0.2 Tablet without talking to your doctor, even if you feel fine or your blood pressure is controlled. Suddenly stopping the medicine may cause serious changes in your blood pressure. If required, your doctor will slowly reduce the dose over 2 weeks.
When can I take Arkamox 0.2 Tablet?
In case you are prescribed a single lowest dose of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet, you can take it in the morning. On the other hand, if divided doses are to be taken, one dose can be taken in the morning and the other in the evening.
How should I take Arkamox 0.2 Tablet?
You should take Arkamox 0.2 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take it as a whole (without crushing or chewing it) with sufficient amount of water. It can be taken before, during or after meals, as food does not affect the working of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet.
Who should not take Arkamox 0.2 Tablet?
You should not take Arkamox 0.2 Tablet if you are allergic to it or have heart function insufficiency. Prefer not to use the medicine if you have a slow heart rate (below 50 beats/minute at rest) or suffer from an abnormal heart rhythm or a change in the rate of the heartbeat (called sick-sinus syndrome or second or third degree AV-block).
What are the symptoms of overdose of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet?
Symptoms of overdose of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet include headache, feeling sleepy, fall in blood pressure, feeling dizzy, unusual weakness, and slow heart rate. The other symptoms can be dry mouth, being sick, feeling tired, and abdominal pain. In case of overdose contact your doctor or nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
Can I take atenolol with Arkamox 0.2 Tablet?
You can take atenolol along with Arkamox 0.2 Tablet but inform your doctor that you are taking atenolol also. Also, if you plan to stop Arkamox 0.2 Tablet, stop taking atenolol few days before you stop Arkamox 0.2 Tablet. This is because stopping both treatments at the same time could result in an increased blood pressure.
Can Arkamox 0.2 Tablet affect my sleep?
Sleep disturbance is a common side effect of Arkamox 0.2 Tablet. This tends to be mild and settles down soon. Other common side effects may include headache, dizziness, vertigo (a spinning sensation), and sleepiness. Contact your doctor if these effects persist or worry you.
What type of drug is Arkamox 0.2 Tablet?
Arkamox 0.2 Tablet belongs to antihypertensive class of medicines. It is used to lower blood pressure of hypertensive patients.
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