Arkamin H 20mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Clonidine 100 mcg+Hydrochlorothiazide 20 mg
Manufacturer
Unichem Laboratories Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONARKAMIN H 20MG contains Clonidine which belongs to a group of medicines called antihypertensives. It is used to lower high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a condition in where the force of the blood against artery walls is high which may lead to many cardiovascular diseases. It is determined both by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. Clonidine stimulates alpha-adrenoreceptors in the brain stem which reduces sympathetic outflow from the central nervous system resulting in decrease in peripheral resistance, renal vascular resistance, heart rate, and blood pressure. It also activates Imidazoline receptors which also ca
Uses
decreased sympathetic outflow and fall in blood pressure. Before taking this ARKAMIN H 20MG, tell your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease, pregnant or breastfeeding. Take this medicine as instructed by the doctor and should never stop it without consulting the doctor. It is not recommended in children. The common
How It Works
ARKAMIN H 20MG works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Directions for Use
Take this ARKAMIN H 20MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It can be taken with or without food.
Side Effects
ARKAMIN H 20MG Manages hypertension (high blood pressure) HOW ARKAMIN H 20MG WORKSARKAMIN H 20MG works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake this ARKAMIN H 20MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It can be taken with or without food. SIDE EFFECTS OF ARKAMIN H 20MGCOMMON dizziness, tiredness dry mouth depression sleeping problems headache constipation feeling sick (nausea), vomiting erectile dysfunction fatigue RARE breast growth (men) dry eyes irregular heartbeat pseudo obstruction of the large bowel hair loss increase in blood sugar
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYARKAMIN H 20MG is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. BREASTFEEDINGARKAMIN H 20MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or disturbances of vision. ALCOHOLConsumption of alcohol is not recommended during management with ARKAMIN H 20MG. KIDNEYARKAMIN H 20MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice. LIVERARKAMIN H 20MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice. ALLERGYDo not take ARKAMIN H 20MG if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Clonidine or any ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEARKAMIN H 20MG is not recommended in patients with active heart diseases. Before taking, discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. OTHERSTell your doctor if you had or have a condition such as: raynaud’s disease depression constipation low blood pressure
Drug Interactions
STell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following: ibuprofen imipramine or mirtazapine chlorpromazine atenolol frusemide prazosin, doxazosin diazoxide, sodium nitroprusside verapamil, diltiazem hydrochloride captopril, lisinopril digoxin SYNOPSIS Drug : Clonidine Pharmacological Category : Alpha2-Adrenergic Agonist, Antihypertensive Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Transdermal patch MORE INFORMATIONDo not store above 30°C and keep out of reach of children.