Arkamin H - Effective Medication For High Blood Pressure

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The active drug composition of Arkamin H is clonidine 100 mcg and hydrochlorothiazide 20 mg. Clonidine is a clinically proven alpha-2 agonist that improved overall blood circulation by relaxing the blood vessels, allowing the heart to pump blood efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic, aka water pill, which lowers blood pressure by eliminating excess salt and water from the body. Hydrochlorothiazide also relaxes blood vessels to improve blood flow.

Dose

• Take Arkamin H 100mcg/20 mg exactly as advised by your physician. Do not increase or decrease the dose of your own volition.
• You have to take one Arkamin H tablet once a day, with or without food, at the same time each day so you can take it regularly without missing the dose.
• Swallow a whole tablet with a glass full of water. Do not split, break, chew, or crush the pill. If you chew or break the pill before consumption, the drug may lose its efficacy.
• Continue taking Arkamin H tablets as long as your doctor prescribes. Continue taking it even if your blood pressure comes under control. Check with your doctor for more details.
• Typically, this high blood pressure medication is recommended in the morning. Taking it at bedtime could increase the risk of sleep disturbance due to increased urination.

Side Effects

• Mild Anxiety
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Increased urination
• Fatigue

These are a few common mild side effects of Arkamin H, which may subside after using the drug for some time. If you experience skin rashes, shortness of breath, severe muscular cramps, extreme pain in the abdomen, swelling of the ankles or legs, or extreme dizziness, please seek immediate medical attention.

Precautions

• Before your doctor advises a combination of clonidine and hydrochlorothiazide for your hypertension, tell your doctor about the medical conditions you have been suffering from.
• Arkamin H is usually not advised to people with CKD, neurological disorders, depression, liver dysfunction, hypotension, and electrolyte imbalance.
• It is imperative to tell your doctor about the medications you have been using before using this high blood pressure medication because some drugs may interact with Arkamin H.
• If you want to undergo any surgery, tell your surgeon or dentist that you are using Arkamin H for blood pressure control.
• Generally, this medicine is avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding because it may affect the fetus or newborn. Consult a doctor for more information.

Warnings

• Alcohol and marijuana consumption is not recommended during the treatment with Arkamin H, as they may increase the risk of extreme dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting.
• Mild dizziness is one of the common side effects of this medicine so it is advised not to perform any activities that need mental alertness such as driving or operating machinery.
• Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, skip the missed dose if the next dose is almost scheduled. Do not take a double dose to make up for your missed dose.
• During treatment, your doctor will advise lab works to check your electrolytes, kidney function, and liver function. So keep all your lab works ready before visiting your doctor.
• Arkamin H is contraindicated to patients who have a history of drug allergy to clonidine or hydrochlorothiazide.