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Arkafix 150mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This helps in decreasing blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Arkafix 150mg Tablet helps in treating ADHD by affecting the part of the brain, which controls impulsivity and attention.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Arkafix 150mg Tablet. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Please do not stop taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Arkafix 150mg Tablet. So, it is advisable to drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
You are advised to inform the doctor that you are taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet if you are due to undergo any surgery or medical procedure. Arkafix 150mg Tablet can be taken up to 4 hours before surgery. Try not to take it within the 4 hours before your surgery. However, you can restart it right away after surgery.
Combining heart rate-controlling drugs (like digoxin, epinephrine, diltiazem and verapamil) with Arkafix 150mg Tablet can slow your heart rate. So, consult any heart specialist or cardiologist before using both drugs together.
Alcohol
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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
Pregnancy
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It is not known if it is safe to take Arkafix 150mg Tablet while you are pregnant. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe you Arkafix 150mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
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It is not recommended to take Arkafix 150mg Tablet while you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether Arkafix 150mg Tablet can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
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Arkafix 150mg Tablet may impair your thinking and reactions. Drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Arkafix 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Arkafix 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
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Arkafix 150mg Tablet is not recommended for children unless prescribed by the doctor. Arkafix 150mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children above 6 years.
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About Arkafix 150mg Tablet
Arkafix 150mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'antihypertensives' used in the management of high blood pressure. Besides this, Arkafix 150mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children above 6 years. Arkafix 150mg Tablet may also be used to prevent migraine attacks and similar types of headaches. It is also used to prevent hot flushes which may occur in women during menopause. Arkafix 150mg Tablet may also be used to treat post-operative pain, neuropathic pain, and chronic pain.
Arkafix 150mg Tablet contains 'Clonidine' that relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This, in turn, helps in decreasing the raised blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke in future. Additionally, Arkafix 150mg Tablet helps in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by affecting the part of the brain, which controls impulsivity and attention.
You are advised to take Arkafix 150mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, tiredness, dry mouth, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are recommended to speak to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels, and kidney functioning is advised while taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Arkafix 150mg Tablet is not recommended for children unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet as it might increase certain side-effects. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.
Uses of Arkafix 150mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Arkafix 150mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'antihypertensives' used in the management of high blood pressure and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children above 6 years. It is also used to prevent migraine and hot flushes. Arkafix 150mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This helps in decreasing blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Arkafix 150mg Tablet helps in treating ADHD by affecting the part of the brain, which controls impulsivity and attention. Arkafix 150mg Tablet may also be used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat post-operative pain, neuropathic pain, and chronic pain.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Arkafix 150mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Speak to your doctor if you have heart, kidney, or liver problems. Do not take Arkafix 150mg Tablet with medicines that affect the heart rate like epinephrine, diltiazem, verapamil and digoxin as it may cause arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet as it might cause unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor if you have/had circulation problems, stroke, depression, diabetes, constipation, nervous problems, or irregular heartbeat. Try not to stop taking Arkafix 150mg Tablet on your own as abrupt withdrawal may cause rebound hypertension and symptoms such as agitation, nervousness, anxiety, headache, and restlessness.
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