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Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Abbott India Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Ibuprofen, Pseudoephedrine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet

Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet is used for providing Temporary symptomatic relief of nasal congestion due to common cold, upper respiratory allergies, and sinusitis. It also promotes nasal or sinus drainage; sinus headaches and pains.

Arinac Forte Tablet is composed of ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine. The tablet acts as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that controls hormones in the body which cause pain and inflammation. Also works as a decongestant and shrinks the dilated blood vessels to clear nasal congestion.

Consult your doctor to know about the dosage and duration. The tablet has some minor side effects that can occur such as:

Take only as prescribed; do not exceed prescribed dose or frequency. Do not chew or crush timed release capsule. Maintain adequate hydration (2-3 L/day of fluids unless instructed to restrict fluid intake).

You may experience nervousness, insomnia, dizziness, or drowsiness (use caution when driving or engaging in tasks requiring alertness until response to drug is known). Report persistent CNS changes (dizziness, sedation, tremor, agitation, or convulsions); difficulty breathing; chest pain, palpitations, or rapid heartbeat; muscle tremor; or lack of improvement or worsening or condition.

Also Read: Aciloc 150 MG Tablet Side Effects

    What are the uses of Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet

    • Common Cold Symptoms

    What are the contraindications of Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of Arinac Forte Tablet lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 to 60 minutes.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Arinac Forte Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Arinac Forte Tablet is known to excreted through breast milk in small amounts. It is recommended in breastfeeding women.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      This medicine does not affect the alertness of the patient thus one can drive while taking this medicine.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose is needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose is needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Arinac Forte Tablet is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that works by inhibiting the enzymes cyclo-oxygenase I and II. It also stimulates beta2-adrenergic receptors and de-stresses smooth muscle, thereby ameliorating the symptoms of a disease.

      What are the interactions of Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Increased toxicity: May increase digoxin, methotrexate, and lithium serum concentrations; other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories may increase adverse gastrointestinal effects
      • Interaction with Disease

        Use Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet with caution in patients with congestive heart failure, dehydration, hypertension, decreased renal or hepatic function, history of GI disease (bleeding or ulcers), or those receiving anticoagulants; safety and efficacy in children <6 months of age have not yet been established; elderly are a high-risk population for adverse effects from nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. As much as 60% of elderly can develop peptic ulceration and/or hemorrhage asymptomatically.

      FAQs about Arinac Forte 400 Mg/60 Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet?

        Ans : Arinac forte tablet is a medication which has ibuprofen and pseudoephedrine as active elements present in it.

      • Ques : What is the use of Arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet?

        Ans : Arinac 400 mg 60 mg tablet is used to treat symptoms of cold and influenza, joint pain, menstruation pain, body ache and headache.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet?

        Ans : Arinac forte has some known side effects such as dry mouth, skin rash, abdominal pain, high blood pressure, loose motions, insomnia, reduced appetite, constipation, nausea, etc.

      • Ques : Can Arinac Forte Tablet be used for cold and symptoms of cold and influenza?

        Ans : Yes, Arinac forte can be used to treat conditions such as cold and symptoms of cold and influenza.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet?

        Ans : Arinac Forte Tablet is generally used once or thrice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact is around 12 to 24 hours.

      • Ques : Should I use arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of arinac forte 400 mg 60 mg tablet?

        Ans : Arinac Forte Tablet contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

      References

      • Pseudoephedrine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/pseudoephedrine

      • PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL - pseudoephedrine hcl tablet, extended release- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1056d9da-8a3f-4b7a-878e-7f8d45d298cd

      • Ibuprofen- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ibuprofen

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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