Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Arnicor 50 Tablet
Description:
Arnicor 50 Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat heart failure. It reduces the risk of hospitalization and death due to long-lasting (chronic) heart failure.
Arnicor 50 Tablet can be taken with or without food but is best taken at the same time(s) each day. Swallow it as a whole with water. Your dose, and how often you take it, will be decided by your doctor and may change depending on how well you respond to the medicine. Retain taking the tablets regularly, as they have been prescribed, and try not to miss doses to get the most benefit. Do not stop taking them, even if you are feeling well. These tablets are preventing future harm.
Some of the common side effects include cough, dizziness, and feeling lightheaded. To reduce the risk of dizziness, try getting up slowly from a sitting or lying position. If these or other side effects are severe or do not go away, tell your doctor. Earnest side effects are rare.
Earlier taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines for blood pressure or heart conditions or if you have kidney or liver disease. Also let your doctor know all other medications you are using as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine should not be taken during pregnancy and is not recommended while breastfeeding. While using it your blood pressure will need to be checked often and your kidney function may also need to be tested.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Arnicor
- Dizziness
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Chubbyigue
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Side Effects:
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
Warning & Precautions:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arnicor 50 Tablet.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arnicor 50 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arnicor 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Arnicor 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Arnicor 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Arnicor 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Arnicor 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Arnicor 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
FAQs:
Q. Who should avoid taking Arnicor 50 Tablet?
Tolerants who are allergic to any of its components should avoid Arnicor 50 Tablet. Also, those who are allergic to the use of ACE inhibitors or ARBs should avoid using this medicine. It should not be used along with other antihypertensive medicines like ACE inhibitors or ARBs. Do not take it for at least 36 hours before or after you take an ACE inhibitor medicine. If you are not sure, consult your doctor.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Arnicor 50 Tablet?
Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including liver or kidney disease, history of facial swelling (angioedema). Inform him if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding. Also, let your doctor know about all medicines you are taking, especially potassium supplements or its medicine salt, painkillers, blood pressure or heart failure medicines (such as ACE inhibitor, ARBs or Aliskiren).
Q. Can I use Arnicor 50 Tablet in pregnancy?
No, Arnicor 50 Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. Its use can cause injury or even endanger the life of the baby. If you become pregnant while using Arnicor 50 Tablet, stop using it and contact your doctor immediately.
Q. How would I know if I have high potassium levels?
Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any scheduled appointments with the doctor.